Beef Daube Provençal – Part II.

On Sunday I made this simple and delicious beef stew. (Funny, but that's exactly what Cooking Light said about it). And it was simple. It was delicious.

But tonight I am taking some of the leftovers to another level – all thanks to my new Breville Panini Press. Dave & Jane sent this to me a couple weeks ago and it's literally changed my life.

Now I keep French rolls in the freezer. It's quick and easy to thaw one out, stuff it with goodness and something that will melt, and grill up a masterpiece. In this case, a Burgundy Beef & Cheese. Yep, I just made that one up.

Here's how it went:

1. Defrost roll. Heat up press.
2. Brush roll with olive oil.
3. Press roll halves to flatten and slightly crisp.
4. Build sandwich* and top with cheese.
5. Press sandwich until you have a melty, steamy, toasty delight.

Well, I don't know what to say**. I keep making the most incredible sandwiches.

*I separated the meat from the stew and broke it down by pulling it like pork. I added some of the onions and garlic, and pre-heated this in the microwave.

** I used baby carrots and cut them into circles. Next time I will just halve or quarter them length-wise.

UPDATE: The Berville Panini Press is ON SALE now through December 3rd. $70 off! Get one.