Our take on the deli favorite is loaded with peppery pastrami, zippy mustard and sweet cornichons to round out the flavors. If you can't find good-quality pastrami at your local supermarket, you can purchase it online. This recipe makes two sandwiches.
PREP TIME
5 minutes
COOK TIME
6 minutes
Ingredients
4 slices good-quality whole grain bread (you can also use rye bread)
1/2 pound pastrami
4 slices Swiss cheese
1/4 red onion, sliced into slivers
8-10 cornichons, sliced in half length wise
2 tablespoons mustard (we used a whole grain mustard, but use whatever you prefer)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Lay two pieces of bread on a flat work surface. Layer mustard, pastrami, cheese, onion, cornichons and mustard on the bread slices, distributing evenly. Place other slices of bread on top of the sandwiches and secure with a toothpick.
To grill the sandwiches, heat your panini press or a large skillet to medium-high. Add olive oil and cook sandwiches for about three minutes on either side.
Slice in half and serve immediately.
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Hasselback Potatoes
Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese with Hatch Chiles and Caramelized Onions