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GOAT’S CHEESE & ROASTED ZUCCHINI focaccia

Serves 2

INGREDIENTS

1 large round foccacia

3oz (90g) softened goat’s cheese

½tablespoon roughly chopped Italian parsley

½tablespoon roughly chopped basil

1 clove garlic, thinly sliced

1 tablespoons drained capers

1 tablespoons lemon juice

½tablespoon sweet Thai chilli sauce 2oz (60g) marinated roasted zucchini 2oz (60g) semi dried tomatoes

METHOD

1.Pre-heat panini press until the green READY light illuminates.

2.Cut focaccia in half to form a sandwich. Combine goat’s cheese, parsley, basil, garlic, capers, lemon juice and chilli sauce. Spread focaccia with goat’s cheese mixture. Fill with zucchini and tomatoes.

3.Cook focaccias until golden, crisp and heated through, approximately 8 minutes.

PROSCIUTTO BAGUETTE with bocconcini

Serves 2

INGREDIENTS

2 small-medium baguette rolls

2.75oz (80g) Italian prosciutto, thinly sliced 2.5oz (75g) bocconcini cheese, thinly sliced 4 basil leaves

Freshly ground black pepper

1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

METHOD

1.Pre-heat panini press until the green READY light illuminates.

2.Cut baguette in half. Fill with layers of prosciutto, cheese and basil. Season to taste and drizzle with oil.

3.Cook baguettes until golden, crisp and heated through, approximately 6–8 minutes.

Serve cut in half.

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Breville BSG520XL Brushed Silver manual GOAT’S Cheese & Roasted Zucchini focaccia, Prosciutto Baguette with bocconcini

BSG520XL Brushed Silver specifications

The Breville BSG520XL Brushed Silver is a sleek and sophisticated appliance designed for those who love perfectly toasted sandwiches, paninis, and even gourmet grilling. This versatile sandwich maker is not only functional but also adds a modern touch to any kitchen with its brushed stainless steel finish.

One of the most notable features of the BSG520XL is the adjustable height control. This allows users to accommodate a variety of sandwich sizes and thicknesses, ensuring that no matter what ingredients you choose, the pressure applied during the cooking process is optimal. The unit’s floating hinge makes it easy to grill items of varying thicknesses without compromising on quality or ease of use.

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The BSG520XL also boasts a cool-touch handle, which ensures safety while operating the appliance. This ergonomic design makes it easy to open and close the grill, reducing the risk of burns during use. Additionally, the extra-large cooking surface can accommodate multiple sandwiches at once, catering to families or gatherings effortlessly.

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