Paninis have become extremely popular -- they've elevated boring sandwiches into star attractions at lunch, brunch, or dinner. By quickly toasting bread and its contents, they create meals in a minute that are delicious, distinctive, and easy to make. Until recently, it was hard to equal the commercial presses used in Panini cafes that create crisp outsides with their trademark grill-lines and gooey, melt-in-your mouth interiors. Most home presses were under-powered, flimsy, unattractive, and hard-to-clean. The Breville Ikon is the best home panini press on the market.
Why it's best: The Breville Ikon is the best home panini press on the market. It can handle lots of different sizes without crushing fat sandwiches flat. Its powerful 1500W heating elements quickly sear in flavor without burning your bread. You can use metal utensils without marring the tough nonstick cast-aluminum plates. The closing mechanism is sturdy and easy to use. Its heat controls are adjustable for use with delicate food. In addition to crisp paninis it can cook fish, vegetables, burgers, even bacon to perfection. The plates are designed to drain away extra fat and drippings, and cleanup is simple. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
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