Place an ordinary sandwich between two red hot iron plates, and you've got something special: a panini! A panini press is a magician of sorts, with the ability to transform even a humble ham-and-cheese into a golden, crunchy, melty thing of beauty.
Traditional Italian presses use a heavy weight to create those tasty grill marks, but modern countertop models minimize mess and effort.
Need inspiration? In this book you will find 150 great panini recipes that make the most of your press. And if you don't have a press, a skillet with two cans or bricks works well to weight down the sandwiches as they grill.
So there's no need to worry. Make these sandwiches whenever the craving strikes. Freshly toasted bread, juicy tomatoes, tender beef or chicken, pungent parmesan cheese, or stringy, stretchy mozarella, whatever your favorite ingredients are, having the right recipe in which to use them is a must. Whatever the season, whatever your tastes, in this book you will find a panini recipe to suit.
