Sweet and Savory Paninis

Unfold 1 pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.  Roll the pastry sheet into a 15x10-inch rectangle.  Cut lengthwise into 3 (5x10-inch) rectangles.  Brush the pastry rectangles with the egg.   Repeat with the remaining pastry sheet.

With the short side facing you, spread about 1 tablespoon cream cheese on the bottom half of each pastry rectangle.  Top each with 3 slices ham, about 2 tablespoons arugula and 2 slices nectarine.  Fold the pastries in half over the filling and press the edges to seal.

Heat the panini maker.  Add the pastries, one at a time, and cook for 5 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Tips

Double Berry Paninis:  Omit the ham, arugula and nectarine.  Prepare the pastry rectangles as directed above.  With the short side facing you, spread about 1 tablespoon cream cheese on the bottom half of each pastry rectangle.  Top each with 2 teaspoons strawberry jam, about 5 raspberries or blueberries and 1 tablespoon toasted almonds.  Fold and cook as directed above. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.