I don’t care if it’s 90 degrees out. Any time is a good time to have a panini. Especially considering that August is National Panini Month. Believe it or not, your favorite sandwich is ridiculously easy to make. Do yourself a favor and skip the restaurant and make these paninis yourself instead.
1. S’mores Panini
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Get all the fun of camping, without actually having to sleep outside, with this sweet take on a panini.
2. Pizza Panini
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This panini is cheesy, ooey gooey deliciousness. Plus, it’s way more satisfying than another cold slice of dining hall pizza.
3. Roasted Eggplant and Goat Cheese Panini
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Goat cheese and roasted eggplant make this panini not only classy, but also vegetarian-friendly.
4. Leonardo DiCapreseo
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This recipe will convince you that a Caprese salad belongs on a panini. You’ll never want to eat it on its own again.
5. Cuban Panini
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Cuban-style paninis may sound fancy, but it only takes five ingredients and seven minutes to make this unique take on your average ham and cheese.
6. Nutella Strawberry Panini
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This recipe is also known as the “you don’t need a man”-ini, because it will convince you that it’s the only soulmate you’ll ever need.
7. Breakfast Panini
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Make this panini on a croissant and it’ll be the only breakfast sandwich you will ever need. Kiss Dunkin’ Donuts’ breakfasts goodbye.
8. Liz Lemon-ini
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Black bean hummus, turkey, lemon, and lots and lots of cheese. Liz Lemon would be so proud of this recipe.
9. Ham, Cheddar, and Apple Panini
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This recipe is so easy to make. It’ll easily become your new dining hall staple.
10. Peanut Butter and Jelly Cinnamon Swirl Panini
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If you’re tired of your everyday PB&J, check out this recipe that gives it a new sweet and savory take.
11. Turkey Avocado Panini
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If you need more proof that avocados are pretty much the best food ever, try this Cubano recipe and you’ll know the truth.
12. Chocolate, Raspberry, and Cream Cheese Dessert Panini
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Who ever said that sandwiches aren’t for dessert? This recipe will introduce you to the amazing world of sweet, chocolate paninis.
13. Fruit-Filled Panini
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If you still want something sweet but you need it to be a little healthier, try this recipe for paninis that are packed with fruit and jam.
14. All-Greens Panini
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I’m all for a good green smoothie, but sometimes you just need to eat your greens, like in this healthy recipe.