1. Prepare the Ingredients:

• Slice the bread if it’s not already sliced. Ensure it’s thick enough to hold the fillings without breaking.
• Wash and dry the spinach leaves.
• Slice or shred the vegan cheese if it’s not pre-sliced.

2.  Assemble the Panini:

• Spread a tablespoon of vegan pesto or sun-dried tomato paste on one side of each bread slice. This not only adds flavor but also helps in holding the ingredients together.
• On two slices of the bread (on the side with the pesto or paste), layer the vegan cheese, then the vegan pepperoni slices, and top with spinach leaves.
• Place the other slice of bread on top, pesto-side down, to make two sandwiches.

3. Heat the Panini Press:

• Preheat your panini press while you assemble the sandwiches. If you don’t have a panini press, you can use a skillet or a grill pan.
• Brush a little olive oil on the outer sides of the bread. This helps to get a nice crispy, golden crust.

4. Cook the Panini:

• Place the sandwich in the panini press and close the lid. Cook for about 3-5 minutes or until the bread is toasted to a golden brown and the cheese has melted.
• If using a skillet, place the sandwich in the skillet and press down with another heavy pan or a spatula. Flip the sandwich halfway through to ensure both sides are toasted evenly.

5. Serve:

• Remove the panini from the press or skillet and let it sit for a minute before cutting. This helps the cheese to set a bit and makes it less messy to eat.
• Slice the panini diagonally and serve warm.