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Veggie & Mozzarella Brioche Panini

4 servings

16  min cook time

20  min prep time

  • 8 slices Brioche Gourmet Sliced Brioche Loaf
  • 1 small eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
  • 1 small zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/3 cup refrigerated prepared pesto
  • 1/3 cup drained and sliced jarred roasted red peppers
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
  • 8 large fresh basil leaves

The Gourmet Secret

To cook sandwiches on a grill pan: Heat grill pan over medium heat. Place sandwiches in pan and cook 3 minutes or until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, turning once and pressing down occasionally with a spatula

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. Brush both sides of eggplant, zucchini and onion with oil; sprinkle with garlic powder. Place vegetables on hot grill rack; cover and cook 10 minutes or until grill marks appear, turning once.

STEP 2

Spread pesto on 1 side of 4 slices brioche; top with eggplant, zucchini, onion and peppers. Drizzle peppers with vinegar; top with cheese, basil and remaining 4 slices brioche. Heat panini press over medium heat. In batches, place sandwiches on press; close press and cook 3 minutes or until bread is golden brown and cheese is slightly melted. Makes 4 panini.

Enjoy your meal !

The Gourmet Secret

To cook sandwiches on a grill pan: Heat grill pan over medium heat. Place sandwiches in pan and cook 3 minutes or until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, turning once and pressing down occasionally with a spatula

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