Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

olive oil

500 ml

frozen vegetables

diced

2 unit

garlic cloves

chopped

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

500 ml

egg creations

liquid

16 slice

whole wheat bread

0.5 cup

pesto sauce

16 slice

mozzarella cheese

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Sauté frozen Mediterranean vegetables and chopped garlic for 2-3 minutes, until softened. Drain excess liquid.

Step 4
~3 min

In a medium bowl, combine liquid egg substitute and sautéed vegetables.

Step 5
~3 min

Pour the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through. Let it cool and cut into 8 slices.

Step 6
~3 min

Spread pesto sauce on each bread slice.

Step 7
~3 min

Assemble the panini: place a slice of cheese, then the egg slice, then another slice of cheese on the bottom bread slice. Top with the remaining bread slice, pesto side down.

Step 8
~3 min

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 9
~3 min

Brush one side of each sandwich with olive oil.

Step 10
~3 min

Place the sandwiches oiled side down in the skillet. Brush the top side with olive oil.

Step 11
~3 min

Cook until golden brown and the cheese is melted, pressing down occasionally with a spatula, about 3 minutes per side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a panini press for even grilling.

Add a layer of sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.

Experiment with different cheeses like provolone or feta.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The egg mixture can be prepared in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with a cup of tomato soup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Tomato soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Represents a fusion of flavors common in the Mediterranean diet.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weekday Lunch
Quick Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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