PORK PANINI & SPICED FRIES

Pork Panini & Spiced Fries image

The spread on this sandwich is a unique blend that goes perfectly with pork. It's easy enough for a weeknight, but special enough for company. Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound medium red potatoes
PANINI:
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread
1/3 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons chili sauce
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1-1/2 pounds cooked pork, sliced
8 dill pickle slices
4 slices Swiss cheese

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients. Cut potatoes into 1/4-in. sticks. Add to bag, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until crisp and golden brown, stirring once., Meanwhile, cut bread in half widthwise (save one half for another use). Cut bread in half horizontally; cut into fourths widthwise. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce, mustard and cumin; spread over bread. Layer each with pork, pickles and cheese. Replace tops., Cook on a panini maker or indoor grill for 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with fries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 869 calories, Fat 42g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 192mg cholesterol, Sodium 1190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 65g protein.