A little taste of Italy in every bite! The Ciabatta Solitano from Select Bakery is combined with thinly sliced mortadella, fresh stracciatella, and aromatic pistachio pesto, in a sandwich full of flavor and different textures.
Ingredients for 1 sandwich
- 1 Ciabatta Solitano Select Bakery
- 70 g. mortadella, thinly sliced
- 60 g. mozzarella
- 1–2 tbsp. pistachio pesto
- 1 tsp. coarsely crushed pistachios, optional
For the pistachio pesto — quantity for about 4 sandwiches
- 50 g. shelled, unsalted pistachios
- 20 g. grated parmesan
- 5–6 fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp. olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp. water, as needed
- Some freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the pistachios, parmesan, basil, and olive oil. Gradually add water until you achieve a thick pesto with a slightly grainy texture.
- Cut the Ciabatta Solitano horizontally in half. If desired, lightly toast the inner surfaces.
- Spread the pesto inside the bread.
- Place the mortadella in loose folds and add the mozzarella, draining it slightly if necessary.
- Optionally sprinkle with coarsely crushed pistachios, close the sandwich, and serve.
Tip: Add the mozzarella after the toasted bread has cooled slightly, so it retains its cool, creamy texture.