Every summer, when red peppers are in season, my mom and I buy large amounts (I'm talking five to ten bushels), spend way too long cleaning them, and freeze them for later months. When everyone else is paying ridiculous prices for peppers at the store, we simply grab a bag out of the freezer and roast them (heh heh). If any make it past the first five minutes they are out of the oven, they get added various recipes, such as this panini. It's one of my favorites, being quick, healthy, and incredibly tasty.
Portobello Red Pepper Panini
Ingredients:
2 slices of bread (I use Arnold Select Sandwich Thins)
Roasted Red Peppers*
Light Swiss Cheese
Onions (I like to sauté mine first)
Portobello Mushroom
Directions:
To make roasted red peppers and mushrooom, slice peppers and coat lightly with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and granulated garlic to taste. Season the portobello in the same way and roast both in the oven at 400 degrees for about 20-30 minutes, or until beginning to blacken.
Heat a mini grill or panini press while assembling the sandwich. Spray the outside of the bread with cooking spray or lightly brush with olive oil. To assemble sandwich, spread a layer of pesto and cover with sautéed onions. Place the portobello mushroom on top, followed by a generous helping of roasted red peppers. Top with a slice of light swiss cheese(or your favorite kind) and add the other slice of bread. Cook until the outside is golden brown and crispy.
*if you do not have red peppers, substitute tomatoes
Also, if you don't have a portobello, you can use turkey or chicken (like in the photo:p)
This looks so yummy Alex! I can't wait to try it!
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