ARTICHOKE AND EGGPLANT PANINI

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Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Sandwich     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Lunch     Artichoke     Eggplant     Spring     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Fontina     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 (main course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (6 1/2-ounces) jar marinated artichokes, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon drained capers
1 small garlic clove
1 (3/4-pound) eggplant
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 (1-pound) round loaf Italian bread, 8 (1/3-inch-thick) slices cut from middle
1/4 pound Fontina (preferably Italian), thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Prepare a gas grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-high heat; see grilling procedure .
  • Pulse artichokes, mayonnaise, capers, and garlic in a food processor until coarsely chopped.
  • Trim off a thin slice from 2 opposite long sides of eggplant, then cut eggplant lengthwise into 4 (1/3-inch-thick) slices. Brush both sides of slices with 2 tablespoons oil (total) and season with 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
  • Grill eggplant slices, covered, turning once and brushing grilled sides with 1 tablespoon oil (total), until golden-brown and tender, about 4 minutes, then transfer to a tray.
  • Brush both sides of bread with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and grill, covered, without turning, until grill marks appear, about 2 minutes.
  • Top each of 4 bread slices, grilled sides up, with cheese and an eggplant slice. Spread artichoke mixture on remaining 4 bread slices, grilled sides up, then assemble sandwiches.
  • Put sandwiches on grill and press down with a metal spatula, then grill, turning once, until heated through and grill marks appear, about 4 minutes total.

Sheikh Livan Molla
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I can't wait to make this sandwich again. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Lunatic Fringe
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This sandwich is perfect for a summer lunch. It's light and refreshing, but still filling.


Fardhin Khondokar
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I love the combination of artichokes and eggplant in this sandwich. It's a really unique and delicious flavor.


Emmanuel Colon
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This sandwich is a bit messy to eat, but it's worth it. The flavors are amazing!


Daniel Washington
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I made this sandwich for my friends, and they all loved it. It's a great sandwich for a party or potluck.


Anas haseeb
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This is a great sandwich for a quick and easy lunch. It's also a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Subash Kadel
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I wasn't sure how I would like this sandwich, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors work really well together.


Michelle Higgins
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I followed the recipe exactly, and my panini turned out great. The eggplant was perfectly cooked, and the artichokes added a nice touch of flavor.


Yara Iraqi
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This sandwich is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the crispy bread and the creamy filling.


Amy Nolte
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I've made this panini several times now, and it's always a favorite. The combination of artichokes, eggplant, and cheese is just perfect.


Josiah Sanders
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This artichoke and eggplant panini was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and the sandwich was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


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