As the weather starts to get cold and the leaves start to change, we here at HC Amherst are already craving some of the tastes of summer – like ripe tomatoes and fresh-picked basil. Here’s a great lunchtime Panini that captures some of those great Mediterranean summertime flavors.
Stuff You’ll Need:
• 2 slices of bread (we suggest hearty wheat!)
• Sliced tomatoes (the ones near the mustard, not the cherry tomatoes – or your job will be a lot harder!)
• Fresh basil pesto (only available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays)
• Sliced cheese (Provolone and White Cheddar work well for days that Val doesn’t have Mozzarella)
• Balsamic vinegar
• Olive oil
What You Do:
• Spread pesto on one piece of bread and pour balsamic vinegar on the other side. (Be careful not to add too much, or the bread will get soggy!)
• Assemble the cheese and tomato on the sandwich.
• Put a small amount of olive oil on the outer side of each slice of bread. (This is optional, but it makes the sandwich tasty and crispy.)
• Grill in the Panini press until the cheese is melted.