There are a couple of design issues that are not making me completely happy, the main one being the panini press isnt designed such that the sandwiches get an overall flat press and end up making a sandwich way skinnier on one side than the other, even on a relatively "short" cheese sandwich. The other issue is the temperature doesn't get hot enough for a good sear on the bread. Regret buying it.
Response from cuisinart.comBy Cuisinart, June 18, 2024
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