How to Make Grilled Panini Sandwich Without a Panini Maker - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you craving a delicious, gooey, grilled panini sandwich but don't have a panini maker at home? Don't worry - you can still enjoy the mouthwatering flavors of a panini without the need for any special equipment. With just a few simple ingredients and a stovetop, you can easily create a grilled panini sandwich that rivals those made in a professional kitchen.

Whether you're a fan of classic Italian flavors or want to experiment with unique ingredients, making a grilled panini withou...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon mayonnaise, or to taste
  • 2 (1-inch-thick) slices Italian bread
  • 3 slices deli ham
  • 2 slices provolone cheese
  • 1 slice roasted red bell pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 1

  • Spread mayonnaise onto one side of each bread slice. Layer ham, provolone cheese, and roasted red bell pepper onto one slice, then top with the remaining slice, mayonnaise-side down.
  • Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Place sandwich onto the hot pan. Place another heavy pan onto the sandwich, then add two heavy cans to the top pan. Press down on the cans to compress the sandwich. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Flip the sandwich, replace the pan and cans, and cook until cheese is melted, 3 to 4 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    589 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 89mg
    • Sodium: 2122mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 513mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 408mg