Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil Panini

Ingredients

• 2 slices whole wheat bread

• 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella

• 1 Roma tomato, thinly sliced

• 1 thin slice of red onion

• 8 fresh basil leaves

• Pinch of kosher or sea salt

• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

1. Spread olive oil with a pastry or basting brush over two slices of bread. Sprinkle each with salt and pepper.

2. Place one of the bread slices, oil-side down and top basil leaves, tomato slices, onion, and mozzarella. Top with other piece of bread, olive oil side up.

3. Place a heavy-bottomed skillet on the stovetop over medium-high heat or use a Panini press.

4. If using a skillet, press down with lid to flatten sandwich a bit. Cook for about 2 minutes, until golden on the bottom, and flip. Repeat on other side.

5. Slice sandwich in half to make 2 servings.

6. Enjoy!

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