Follow these steps for perfect results
turkey ham
coarsely chopped
mayonnaise
fresh pineapple
diced
sugar
to taste
whole wheat bread
thinly sliced
bread and butter pickles
onion
thinly sliced
taleggio cheese
rind cut off, thinly sliced
extra virgin olive oil
for brushing
Combine chopped turkey ham and mayonnaise in a small bowl and set aside.
Dice or coarsely chop fresh pineapple; if using fresh pineapple, toss with sugar to taste in a separate bowl.
Lay out bread slices. Spread pineapple on 4 slices.
On the remaining 4 bread slices, layer pickles, turkey ham salad mixture, sliced onion, and Taleggio cheese.
Carefully top the ham and cheese slices with the pineapple-topped bread slices to form sandwiches; press together tightly.
Brush each side of the sandwiches lightly with olive oil.
Heat a heavy nonstick skillet or panini press over medium-high heat.
Place the sandwiches in the pan, browning and pressing until the first side is crisp and golden, and the cheese begins to melt.
Turn sandwiches and cook the second side, pressing as they brown.
Once the sandwiches are crisp and lightly browned on both sides, and the cheese is melted, remove from the pan.
Cut the sandwiches in halves and serve immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
Use a panini press for even browning.
Ensure cheese is melty for best texture.
Adjust sugar on pineapple based on sweetness.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Ingredients can be prepped ahead of time.
Cut into triangles and arrange on a plate with a side of pickles.
Serve with a side salad.
Serve with potato chips.
Light and crisp to balance the flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Nostalgic comfort food
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