Spanish Style Grilled Cheese Sandwich Lunch Recipes Make That Sandwich Contest

Ingredients

8 slice peasant bread or other artisan bread

3 c. shredded Manchego cheese

3 oz. thinly sliced Serrano ham or prosciutto

1 tbsp. sherry vinegar

1 tsp. smoked paprika

3 tbsp. Mezzetta Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tbsp. Mezzetta Crushed Garlic

1 c. Mezzetta Roasted Red Pepper Strips

1 c. Mezzetta Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Olive Oil

3 tbsp. chopped flat-leaf parsley or cilantro

Preparation

Step 1For Topping: Whisk together vinegar, paprika, 1 tablespoon Mezzetta Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Mezzetta Crushed Garlic in bowl. Add Mezzetta Roasted Red Pepper Strips, Mezzetta Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and parsley (or cilantro); tossing to coat.Step 2For Sandwiches: Sprinkle 4 slices of bread with half the cheese. Top with Smoky Paprika, Roasted Pepper, and Tomato Topping and ham. Apply the remaining cheese as another layer. Top with a second piece of bread and press together.Step 3Brush sandwiches with remaining Mezzetta Extra Virgin Olive Oil and heat in a panini press or skillet until lightly browned on both sides and cheese has melted. Serve hot.