The BEST Panini

I was watching the Food Network one morning and saw Giada make these.  They were so easy that I made them that afternoon to take on the boat and everyone just raved about them!  For some reason, I couldn't find the recipe online, and the originals I made were from memory since I just watched the show.  At last, I have found the long lost panini recipe and am only to happy to share it with you so you can see what you think!

This panini is different because it's made with croissants.  The buttery croissant means you don't need any type of sauce or dressing, and it pairs perfectly with the smoky cheese, earthy arugula, and salty salami!  ENJOY!

Ingredients

• 4 croissants, sliced in 1/2 lengthwise
• 4 ounces smoked Gouda, grated (about 1 1/3 cups)
• 8 teaspoons grated Parmesan
• 4 ounces Genoa salami (about 24 slices)
• 5 ounces arugula

Directions

Heat a panini grill. Divide 1-ounce (1/3 cup) smoked Gouda between 1 top and 1 bottom of a croissant. Sprinkle each half with 1 teaspoon Parmesan. Top each side with about 3 slices of Genoa salami (about 1 ounce of salami per sandwich, total.) Top 1 half of the sandwich with a small handful of arugula. Close the sandwich and continue with the remaining sandwiches. Grill the panini until the cheese melts, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Cut each sandwich into thirds. Place the remaining arugula on a serving platter. Place the warm sandwich slices on the arugula. Serve hot.

Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis