Best Prosciutto And Fig Panini Recipes

FIG, CARAMELIZED ONION AND GOAT CHEESE PANINI

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A taste of this sandwich whisks you to the Italian countryside. It combines sweet honey, dried figs, tangy goat cheese, nutty Asiago and salty prosciutto. We often pack it in our picnic basket for summer or fall outings. -Maria Brennan, Middlebury, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

6 tablespoons butter, divided
3 large onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 dried figs, sliced
1 cup water
3 tablespoons honey
12 slices slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)
8 ounces Asiago cheese, sliced
12 thin slices prosciutto
3/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
Balsamic glaze, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add onions, sugar and salt; cook and stir until softened, about 15 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, place figs, water and honey in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until liquid is almost evaporated, about 20 minutes., Preheat panini maker or indoor electric grill. Layer 6 slices of bread with Asiago cheese, prosciutto, goat cheese, caramelized onions and figs; top with remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with remaining butter., Cook sandwiches, covered, until bread is browned and cheese is melted, 4-5 minutes. If desired, drizzle with balsamic glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572 calories, Fat 31g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 1144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

PROSCIUTTO AND FIG PANINI

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This pressed sandwich creates an appetizing balance between sweet and savory with the addition of prosciutto and dried figs.

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup water
1 cup Port
1 cup (lightly packed) dried black Mission figs (about 7 ounces), stemmed, halved
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
2 medium red onions, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
2 tablespoons chilled butter, diced
8 ciabatta rolls, halved horizontally
8 thin slices prosciutto (3 to 4 ounces)
7 ounces shaved Asiago cheese

Steps:

Bring 1 cup water, Port, figs, and rosemary to boil in small saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until mixture is reduced to generous 1 1/4 cups, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Cool slightly. Puree in processor until smooth. do ahead Fig jam can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
Preheat oven to 400°F. Place onion rounds on rimmed baking sheet. Dot with butter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast until tender and golden, about 45 minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
Spread about 1 1/2 tablespoons fig jam on bottom of each ciabatta roll. Top with onions, prosciutto, and cheese. Place roll top on each. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
Cook panini in panini press according to manufacturer's instructions. Alternatively, heat heavy large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, place panini in skillet. Place large cast-iron or other heavy skillet atop panini. Fill skillet with bricks or large cans to weigh down. Cook until bottoms of rolls are golden, about 4 minutes. Remove top skillet and turn panini over, then place skillet atop panini. Cook until golden and cheese melts, about 4 minutes longer. Cut in half and serve.