Eggplant Panini

Directions

1. 1
   Season eggplant slices with salt and pepper; let stand for 2 minutes.
2. 2
   Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; saute 1/2 of the eggplant until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining olive oil and eggplant.
3. 3
   Preheat a panini press according to manufacturer's instructions.
4. 4
   Layer eggplant, roasted red pepper, and mozzarella cheese, respectively, onto the bottom piece of each flat bread. Spread 1 tablespoon hummus on the inside of each top piece of flat bread and place over the mozzarella layer, creating a panini.
5. 5
   Grill each panini on the preheated panini press until cooked through and cheese is melted, about 7 minutes.