5:30 Challenge / 5 Ingredients / 30 Minutes

A simple grilled dinner can be quite welcoming on an evening when you want something that will warm you up, but doesn’t require much time or preparation.
This variation on an Italian sub sandwich, made with an assortment of cured meats and cheese, was hands down my family's favorite. A sprinkle of Parmesan on top of the panino gives it an extra crispy exterior, in addition to the added flavor. If you don’t have a panini maker, don’t despair. You can substitute a ribbed or plain cast-iron or other heavy skillet and press down with another heavy skillet to condense the sandwich. If using a skillet, skip the Parmesan because it could stick to the top pan, and substitute strips of roasted red pepper on the sandwich.
-- Jeanne Besser