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our taste : PANINI SANDWICH

Salami Panini with Tomato-Chili Jam

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Ingredients : 3 Italian crusty buns 1 package Black Kassel Old Forest , Picante , or Mustard Seed salami 1-1 / 2 cups baby arugula 4 ounces semi-soft cheese , such as gouda or Havarti , sliced 1 / 2 cup tomato-chili jam ( purchased , or recipe follows ) 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions : 1 . Cut buns in half lengthwise . Layer salami slices on each bun ; top with arugula and cheese slices . Spread tomato-chili jam generously on the inside of the top of each bun . 2 . Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat . Place sandwiches in pan and place another large heavy pan on top of them . Cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until bread is golden and cheese melted , turning sandwiches halfway through . Cut in half to serve .
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Tomato-Chili Jam Recipe Ingredients : 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes 1 jalapeno pepper 2 teaspoons garlic , chopped 2 tablespoons ginger , chopped 2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 cup brown sugar 3 / 4 cup red wine vinegar
Directions : 1 . In a food processor , purée half the tomatoes and their juices with jalapeño , garlic and ginger . Place in a deep pot with fish sauce , sugar and vinegar and boil slowly , stirring constantly . 2 . When it reaches a boil , lower heat to simmer and add remaining tomatoes . Simmer gently for 30 to 40 minutes until dark red and jamlike . Pour into a bowl , cool and refrigerate until needed .
Makes : 3 sandwiches