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Do You Use A Panini Press Often?

Sooner — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 05:42:21 GMT

I was thinking about gifting one of these to someone. Do you have one? Use it often? What do you mostly use it for besides sandwiches?

Thanks for any suggestions!

Re: Do You Use A Panini Press Often?

Bridgegal — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 06:28:10 GMT

I've never owned one.

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phoenixbrd — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 08:19:54 GMT

I make hash potatoes on it .....then fold the potatoes and stuff with mushrooms, spinach, bell peppers So good....everyone loves this treat. This dish alone is worth the panini.

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Kachina624 — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 08:36:00 GMT

I've got at least a half dozen other ways I can toast a sandwich. Don't need another small appliance.

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qualitygal — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 10:46:36 GMT

i've never needed one, or wanted one.

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photodreamr — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 13:28:32 GMT

I don't own an panini press. But I do own a waffle maker, which you can use as a panini press if you don't mind the waffle indentation on your sandwich.

I did a search on the internet here are some uses for the press

grill veggies

grill meat

make mini cakes

grill pound cake

garlic bread

grill bacon

smashed potatoes

crisp hash browns

Make croissant French toast

Heat frozen cinnamon rolls

make waffle cones

Hope this helps.

Re: Do You Use A Panini Press Often?

hayseed00 — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 14:11:24 GMT

I have owned mine for about 3 years and use it about every couple weeks it makes the best sandwiches.

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house_cat — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 14:56:37 GMT

It's one of our favorite weeknight meals!

I use my George Foreman grill - works perfectly!

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CinNC — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 14:57:21 GMT

I have a Cuisinart Griddler.......never really used it much until I purchased the waffle plates.............makes great waffles. Normally I make open faced cheese or cheese/ham sandwiches in my toaster oven as the griddler doesn't sit on the countertop.

Re: Do You Use A Panini Press Often?

froggy — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 15:14:35 GMT

I also have the cuisinart griddler which I use for paninis as well as it's other uses. I wouldn't buy a panini press just for that purpose - the unit would have to be more versatile. But I do make paninis about once per month.

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missy1 — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 15:32:12 GMT

I have never used one.

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CLEM — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 15:32:21 GMT

I had one for years but never used it.

Re: Do You Use A Panini Press Often?

Sooner — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 17:40:25 GMT

@phoenixbrd wrote:
I make hash potatoes on it .....then fold the potatoes and stuff with mushrooms, spinach, bell peppers So good....everyone loves this treat. This dish alone is worth the panini.

@ OMG that sounds wonderful! Do you cook the veggies before you put them in? Wonder if you could dip the potatoes in egg then put them back in and cook the egg? Like potato French toast sort of. . .

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RedTop — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 22:31:32 GMT

I not only don’t have the press, I’ve never eaten a sandwich cooked in one!

Re: Do You Use A Panini Press Often?

jannabelle1 — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:19:49 GMT

I bought one about 5 years ago....and used it a couple of times at most. I finally "gifted" it to Goodwill practically brand new. I don't have the cabinet space for many small appliances, and I don't like them sitting on my counters. This is just my opinion, but unless your friend has mentioned that she/he really wants one, I'd pass on it as a gift.

Re: Do You Use A Panini Press Often?

phoenixbrd — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 02:35:04 GMT

@Sooner It is drool worthy and I make about once a week...it is a hit! I use Trader Joe's frozen hash browns and one bag of potatoes covers the grill plate. I saute mushrooms, spinach, red bell peppers in veggie broth in a separate pan while the potatoes cook. I take the potatoes when they are lightly browned off the panini and fold it in half. I put the veggie stuffing inbetween like an omlette. I sometimes use whatever veggies I have on hand and it is always delish! I also like adding some salsa.

It is a very healthy dish, filling, and can be used for any meal. I don't eat dairy or oil, so it is also low fat!

Let me know what you think...it is really easy.

@Sooner wrote:
@phoenixbrd wrote:
I make hash potatoes on it .....then fold the potatoes and stuff with mushrooms, spinach, bell peppers So good....everyone loves this treat. This dish alone is worth the panini.
@ OMG that sounds wonderful! Do you cook the veggies before you put them in? Wonder if you could dip the potatoes in egg then put them back in and cook the egg? Like potato French toast sort of. . .

Re: Do You Use A Panini Press Often?

Sooner — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 02:38:04 GMT

@phoenixbrd wrote:
@Sooner It is drool worthy and I make about once a week...it is a hit! I use Trader Joe's frozen hash browns and one bag of potatoes covers the grill plate. I saute mushrooms, spinach, red bell peppers in veggie broth in a separate pan while the potatoes cook. I take the potatoes when they are lightly browned off the panini and fold it in half. I put the veggie stuffing inbetween like an omlette. I sometimes use whatever veggies I have on hand and it is always delish! I also like adding some salsa.

It is a very healthy dish, filling, and can be used for any meal. I don't eat dairy or oil, so it is also low fat!

Let me know what you think...it is really easy.

@Sooner wrote:
@phoenixbrd wrote:
I make hash potatoes on it .....then fold the potatoes and stuff with mushrooms, spinach, bell peppers So good....everyone loves this treat. This dish alone is worth the panini.
@ OMG that sounds wonderful! Do you cook the veggies before you put them in? Wonder if you could dip the potatoes in egg then put them back in and cook the egg? Like potato French toast sort of. . .

@phoenixbrd WOW what an idea! I can imagine all sorts of things in this. I have a skillet with a sandwich press, and I'm thinking make the potatoes in the waffale maker. I am so happy you posted this.

Hmmmm. Maybe the panini press WILL get gifted! To me!

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phoenixbrd — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 02:40:52 GMT

@Sooner Yes, it is a very creative endeavor. Truth is, I've used lots of variations and they are all good. Everyone loves this and it is a quick hearty dish. Have fun!

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Sooner — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 02:47:46 GMT

@phoenixbrd wrote:
@Sooner Yes, it is a very creative endeavor. Truth is, I've used lots of variations and they are all good. Everyone loves this and it is a quick hearty dish. Have fun!

@phoenixbrd You know what I'm thinking? Sauteed yellow squash strips and onions, and some bacon, maybe a tiny bit of cheese (maybe not on the cheese).

Re: Do You Use A Panini Press Often?

phoenixbrd — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 02:50:44 GMT

@Sooner I don't eat dairy or meat, but no one seems to miss those items when you stuff with tons of veggies. But this little treat does get the creative cooking juices flowing! Enjoy....you'll find you use your panini lots with just this dish.