Beef Pesto Panini - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 slices Italian bread, about 1/2 in thick
2 tablespoons butter, softened
4 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
1/2 lb deli roast beef, cooked, thinly sliced
4 slices mozzarella cheese
spaghetti sauce, if desired for dipping

Preparation

Spread 1 side of each slice of bread with butter.
Place 4 slices of bread butter side down on 12-inch skillet.
Top bread with beef, pesto and cheese.
Top with remaining bread slice butter side up.
Cook sandwiches on skillet or grill over medium heat 4-5 minutes, turning once, until bread is crisp and cheese has melted.
Serve with spaghetti sauce if desired.