Broccoli, Cheddar, And Roasted Garlic Panini Recipe
Prep Time:
5
minutes
Cook Time:
1.17
hours
Servings:
1
Sandwich
Ingredients
  • 1 whole head garlic
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 2 slices thick white bread
  • ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
  2. Cut the root end off of the garlic.
  3. Enclose the garlic cloves in a small piece of foil, covering them completely.
  4. Place the foil packet in the oven for 1 hour, until the garlic cloves are golden in color and soft.
  5. Add the broccoli to a resealable plastic bag with about 1 teaspoon water. Close ¾ of the way.
  6. Microwave the broccoli for 2 minutes to steam. Let cool.
  7. Chop the broccoli into small pieces and set aside.
  8. Squeeze 3 of roasted garlic cloves to release them from their skins, saving the rest of the cloves for later use.
  9. In a small bowl, mix the squeezed cloves into the mayonnaise.
  10. Spread garlicky mayonnaise on both sides of the bread slices.
  11. Place a large skillet over medium heat and grease with cooking spray.
  12. Place one slice of bread in the skillet and top with shredded cheese and broccoli.
  13. Add the top slice of bread and let cook for 3-5 minutes, until golden.
  14. Gently flip the sandwich and push it down with a cast iron press. Cook for 3-5 minutes, until crispy.
  15. Serve sandwiches while warm and gooey.