The beauty of this little panini lies in its simplicity: just four main ingredients. Of course, when you’re working this close to the margin, each element should be perfect. Choose only the porkiest chorizo, the richest, darkest chocolate (more than 70%, please), the zippiest, creamiest chèvre, and the freshest, crustiest bread. Then let them wallow in their co-dependence: The citrusy chèvre appeases the fiery ’tude of the chorizo, and the mellowing tannins of dark chocolate hit high-toned chèvre like a sweet kiss. They all make each other better, which raises the question of why you didn’t introduce them sooner. I love this as an easy lunch, or, when I’m feeling indulgent, a late-night snack. <br /> <br />Reprinted with permission from Short Stack Editions Vol. 33: "CHÈVRE," by Tia Keenan (shortstackeditions.com).

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