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Homemade Panini bread (traditional method & Thermomix)
Description
Let's be honest: who doesn't love a good panini? This now universal Italian speciality is a must for quick, gourmet meals. A good panini bread, topped with cold meats, grilled vegetables, pesto, mozzarella or any other gourmet ingredient, then pressed until the cheese melts... a real treat! Panini bread is easy to find in shops, but nothing beats the satisfaction of making it yourself. Tastier, softer and, above all, customisable, this bread is perfect for your homemade paninis, hot sandwiches or even as a bun for topping. Tip: These breads can be prepared in advance and frozen. Simply reheat in the oven or toaster before topping.
Ingredients
Instructions
- TRADITIONAL METHOD
Preparation - Traditional method
1. Activate the yeast: in a large bowl, mix the warm water with the sugar and yeast. Leave to stand for 15 minutes if fresh yeast, or proceed directly if dry yeast.
2. Knead the dough: add the flour, salt and olive oil. Knead by hand or in a food processor for 5 to 8 minutes until the dough is smooth and supple.
3. First rise: place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean tea towel and leave to rise for 45 minutes.
4. Shaping: divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and shape into flat rectangular patties.
5. Second batch: place on a baking tray covered with baking paper, cover and leave to rise for a further 15 to 20 minutes.
6. Cooking: brush with the water + olive oil mixture, then bake in a preheated oven at 210 °C (traditional) for 15 to 20 min.
7. Chill and garnish: leave to cool before cutting and garnishing as desired.
THERMOMIX® METHOD
Preparation - Thermomix version
1. Pour the water, sugar and yeast into the bowl. Heat for 2 mins / 37°C / speed 1 (wait 15 mins if using fresh yeast).
2. Add the flour, salt and olive oil. Knead for 4 minutes.
3. Leave the dough to rise for 45 minutes in an oiled bowl.
4. Divide, shape and leave to rise for 15 to 20 minutes.
5. Brush on and bake in the oven at 210°C for 15 to 20 minutes.
