I think I love Paninis almost as much as wraps! Wow! How is this possible? Well, it all started earlier today when I got a hankering for apples, oh yes, and more bacon. This got my brain gears turning. I decided a trip to Trader Joe's was in order. I grabbed my basket and headed over to the produce area, grabbed a couple of Granny Smith's. I spotted some corn and that went into the basket as well. Now, on to the bacon. Right beside the bacon I spotted some smoked turkey and then smoked gouda came to mind. It's all kind of muddled from there on out (this can happen at TJ's) and I found myself at the register with a full basket and the makings for this fantastic Panini!
This is what I put into my Panini:
8 pieces of sourdough bread
1 package of smoked maple turkey lunch meat
8 slices of applewood dry cured nitrate free bacon, cooked crisp
1 Granny Smith Apple, thinly sliced
8 slices of smoked Gouda
hot Dijon mustard
Stack all the ingredients between two slices of bread. Place into a Panini press, George Foreman, or griddle (If you use a griddle place a nice heavy cast iron pan on top to press.) and cook until bread is golden brown and cheese is all gooey and melty.
I also wrapped up four ears of corn in a bit of foil and placed them on the grill for about 15 minutes. I topped the corn with butter and Trader Joe's spice blend.
I received a standing ovation from my family for this Panini! It was like a commercial or something! Just kidding! We really did love this though. It was just so full of fabulous flavor. The apple added a terrific crunch.
The corn was a really nice side for the sandwich. I love my corn grilled, it adds such nice flavor.
You know, this Panini would actually be great as a wrap too! Hmm... ;0)
39 comments:
Paninis are great, with apple and corn it sounds splendid.
Paninis rule. what a great combo!
Stop the bus; I want to get off and have one of these! The combination of flavors is just PERFECT!!
Oh lordie..that looks delicious!!
I found a recipe that called for granny smith apples, peanut butter and honey. Toast the bread.
This reminded me of it but for the meat lovers this sounds better :)
Always love reading your recipes! Standing ovation here too!
Oh My, that looks like the best panini ever!!!! I dearly love em!!!
You are a genius!!!
Perfect! I love all of these flavors and textures together. The smoky, the sweet, the tart. Yum! I could definitely go for one of these paninis!
Mmmmmm!! I wish I had a panini maker- may have to turn this into a wrap.:) YUM! Lori
mmmmm...love paninis, too! Looks delicious, I love everything you've put in it!
Great lunch or dinner...I had contemplated using my Foreman grill as I don't have a panini maker. Thanks for the tip about weighting it.
A great looking sandwich, Kim. I like the combination of smoky gouda and crisp apples. And fresh corn is always a winner.
oh what a great idea I love it
oh yeah! what a great pannini - my favorite combo is a nice ripe brie with a crispy granny smith and some black forest ham - this reminded me of that!
Lots of great ideas in this post. I really need to try grilled corn! Wish we had a Trader Joe's here.
Your Panini is a winner!!!
What a fantastic combination.. The gouda, apple, bacon, turkey, dijon...damn delicious!
Wow, now that's my kind od sandwich, I have to try this!
Great combination! Paninis are good, they are even better with fruit and corns!
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That is one beautiful sandwich! Great combo, I love the turkey/apple/cheese...yum!
i wouldnt normally do things like this... but i might just like this one.. ya never know!
Your panini sounds and looks delicious...with apple...never thought about it. I'd love to try it, yummie!
I am making this tommorow. With plenty of drool.
How gorgeous is that! What a great combination. You have yet another winner here.
I have never made a panini at home... might have to look into this :)
I love paninis and this is no exception. Bet it would be good with Brie too.
PANINI'S ARE MY FAVORITE!!!! Love this idea... and your site!
I really like the sound of this combination. I am going to make these for lunch in the next few days...my husband will love them.
A delicious combo of flavors! Love it!
That is one beautiful sandwich! I love the turkey/apple/gouda combo...yum!
Ahhhhhhhhhh, need a panini press!
What a great combination of flavors for a panini! Apples and bacon make it special.
This panini sounds fantastic - I love the combo of smoked gouda and apples - yum!!!
Oh wow! Sandwiches with apple,I think this is the ultimate comfort food!
THIS IS MY FAVE!!! oh man I am drooolinggggg everywhere now Kim!! jeez
I love paninis. I actually rare eat regular sandwiches anymore unless they are PB+J. There's just something about toasty bread and melted cheese that can't be beat. I love this combination for a sandwich! I have actually definitely been craving gouda lately...
That looks (and I bet tastes) fantastic! I desperately want a Panini grill. I think I would love it!
Oh and I'm jealous that you can just pop into a Trader Joe's!
You are starving me! I love paninis.
That does look great! Fabulous flavour combos!
huh, i never would have thought to put apple slices on a sandwich. it certainly looks good though
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I'll take one of those beauties ANY day. They look incredible.
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