Mexican-Style Panini

Name: Mexican-Style Panini
Ingredients: 4 6-inch whole-wheat pita pockets; 1 cup fat-free vegetarian refried beans; 1 roasted red pepper, cut into four pieces (drain and rinse pepper, if jarred); 4 Tbs. mild salsa; 4 individual slices regular or soy Cheddar cheese

5 ingredients

10 steps

Ingredients

4 6-inch whole-wheat pita pockets
1 cup fat-free vegetarian refried beans
1 roasted red pepper, cut into four pieces (drain and rinse pepper, if jarred)
4 Tbs. mild salsa
4 individual slices regular or soy Cheddar cheese

Directions

1

Cut an opening across top of each pita, just large enough to place fillings inside.
2

Spread 1/4 cup refried beans inside each pita.
3

Add 1 piece of red pepper, 1 Tbs.
4

salsa and 1 slice of cheese.
5

Place large skillet over medium-low heat.
6

Add pitas.
7

Place another skillet over pitas, making sure it rests evenly on pitas.
8

Cook pitas 1 minute.
9

Remove top skillet, flip panini, place top skillet back on panini and cook 1 more minute, or until lightly browned.
10

Serve.