Prosciutto and Fig Panini

Name: Prosciutto and Fig Panini
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 ciabatta roll, halved horizontally; 4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto; 4 oz brie cheese, sliced; 2 tbsp fig jam; 1 cup fresh arugula; 2 tsp balsamic glaze; 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened; to taste freshly ground black pepper

A gourmet Italian sandwich featuring thinly sliced prosciutto, creamy brie cheese, fig jam, and arugula pressed between ciabatta bread. This sweet and savory panini makes an elegant lunch option.

18 minEasyServes 2480 cal/serving

ItalianLunchStovetopStandardLow CarbLow-SodiumAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

2 ciabatta roll, halved horizontally
4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
4 oz brie cheese, sliced
2 tbsp fig jam
1 cup fresh arugula
2 tsp balsamic glaze
2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
to taste freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1

Spread each side of the 2 halved horizontally ciabatta roll with 2 tbsp fig jam.
2

Layer 4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto and 4 oz sliced brie cheese on the bottom half of each roll.
3

Toss 1 cup fresh arugula lightly with 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tsp balsamic glaze, and to taste freshly ground black pepper.
4

Place the dressed arugula on top of the brie and prosciutto, then close the sandwiches with the top halves of the rolls.
5

Heat a panini press or a large skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, you'll need to press the sandwich with a heavy pan or plate.
6

Spread the outside of each sandwich with 1 tbsp softened unsalted butter.
7

Grill the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side (if using a skillet) or about 5 minutes total in a panini press, until the bread is golden and crisp and the cheese is melted.
8

Remove from the heat, slice diagonally, and serve warm.

Questions

Can I make Prosciutto and Fig Panini dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 4 oz brie cheese, sliced, 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor); the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Prosciutto and Fig Panini gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 ciabatta roll, halved horizontally. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Prosciutto and Fig Panini keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Prosciutto and Fig Panini?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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