Oprah's Favorite Things 2007

Every weekend for years, Oprah says she's made Stedman a special snack on the stovetop, which she calls "the love sandwich." She used to melt hot pepper cheese over smoked turkey and fresh basil in a skilletbut not anymore!

Now she uses the Breville Ikon Panini Pressa kitchen gadget that turns ordinary sandwiches into yummy paninis. "It takes the 'love sandwich' to a whole new level," she says. This panini press doesn't just make a great sandwichit also grills meats, fish and veggies.

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