About Mario Batali Cast Iron Panini Grills

Americans have only recently discovered something Italians have known for centuries - the many delights and savoury tastes that can come from a simple panini. In Italy, passions run high about soccer, amore and how to make the perfect panini. Everyone has his favorite combination of bread and fillings. Now with the perfect Panini Grill and Press you can discover your own inner Italian cook. What will be your favorite? Will it be foccacia with prosciutto, mozzarella and basil (mmmm!)? Or maybe Ciabatta with chicken, peppers and aioli (delizioso!)? Or perhaps you will simply delight your children and grandchildren with the best grilled cheese sandwich....errr...panini they have ever tasted.

Made of cast iron with an enamel exterior, the press is the perfect tool for cooking delicious dinners. So after your tasty panini lunch or appetizer, take out the Panini Grill and Press again and treat yourself to a delicious dinner. My favorite is "pollo al mattone," a whole or half chicken traditionally cooked over embers and under a hot brick. The press works great for steaks and chops as well. So if you don't have an outdoor cooking pit at your Tuscan estate, be sure to buy the Panini Grill and Press.

With each order, comes a sampling of wonderful Italian recipes from my new cookbook "Molto Italiano". Soon you will be amazing friends with your Coppa, Hot Salami, Ham Fontina and Roasted Garlic Puree Panini or Finocchiona, Fig Preserves, Cherry Peppers and Parmigiano Panini.

Buon Appetito,
Mario Batali

Mario Batali Panini Grill Features:

• Strong Cast Iron construction
• Generous 11" X 11" grilling surface is perfect for Paninis, Chops, Vegetables and More!
• Porcelain Enamel exterior. Black matte interior does not require seasoning and will not react to acidic foods
• Distinctive signature handle and helper handle
• Cast Stainless Lid Knob
• Pronounced grill features
• Safe for gas, electric and ceramic-top ranges