PANINI WITH CARAMELIZED ONION, PEAR AND FONTINA

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Panini with Caramelized Onion, Pear and Fontina image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 4 panini

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus some for drizzling
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, chopped
8 thin slices of a large loaf of crusty, chewy Italian bread
1 pound fontina, shredded or sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
1 red skinned ripe pear, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat a large grill pan or griddle over medium to medium high heat. Preheat a small skillet over medium to medium high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil and butter to the small skillet. Add onion to the melted butter and oil. Saute the onion, stirring frequently, 10 to 12 minutes or until onions are caramel colored and soft. Build sandwiches: spread 1/4 of the onions on each of 4 slices of bread. Top onions with a thin layer of fontina and sprinkle with chopped sage. Add a thin layer of pears to each sandwich, then more fontina and the top slice of bread. Drizzle the sandwiches with extra-virgin olive oil. Place drizzled side down and arrange the sandwiches on hot grill or griddle. Drizzle opposite side of each sandwich with oil and weigh the sandwiches with foil wrapped bricks or with a heavy skillet, weighted with a sack of flour or canned goods. Press sandwiches 2 or 3 minutes on each side and serve immediately.

PK monster
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This panini was a bit pricey to make, but it was worth it. The ingredients were all high quality and the flavor was amazing.


Kalikamboh Kalikamboh
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I made this panini for my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Md: Shakib
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This panini was perfect for a light lunch. It was flavorful and filling, but not too heavy.


Karen Mutinta
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The panini was delicious, but it was a bit messy to eat. I think I would have preferred it served on a plate with a fork and knife.


Najeeb Prince
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This panini was a bit too complicated to make for a weeknight meal. I think I would save it for a special occasion.


Charlotte Ali Charlotte
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I've made this panini several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.


Grace Najjingo
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This panini was amazing! The caramelized onions and pears were a perfect combination, and the fontina cheese melted perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Prince Aba
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The panini was good, but I found it to be a bit dry. I think it would have been better with a spread of butter or mayonnaise on the bread.


Muhammad Iqran
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This panini was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a different type of cheese, like cheddar or mozzarella.


Shankaroon Xirsi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the panini turned out great! The caramelized onions were especially good. I will definitely be making this again.


Velu Velu
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This panini was delicious! The combination of caramelized onions, pears, and fontina cheese was perfect. The bread was crispy and the fillings were gooey and flavorful.


M.A Mijan Akanda
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I made this panini for lunch and it was a hit! The caramelized onions were so flavorful and the pears added a nice sweetness. The fontina cheese melted perfectly and pulled it all together. I will definitely be making this again.


Isabirye Ashiraf
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This panini was a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The caramelized onions added a sweet and savory note, the pears brought a touch of tartness, and the fontina cheese melted perfectly, creating a gooey and satisfying filling. The bread