Ingredients for 6 servings:
1. 3 cups whole unblanched almonds, toasted, cooled (about 1 pound)
2. 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
3. 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4. 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
5. 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
6. 1/2 teaspoon salt
7. 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
8. 12 slices country bread (about 1/2-inch thick)
9. 1 (10 -12 ounce) wedge pecorino cheese, cut into very thin slices
10. additional olive oil

Directions:
1. Coarsely chop nuts in processor. Add next 6 ingredients. Blend until mixture forms coarse paste. (This can be made 3 days ahead.) Cover and chill. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before using.
2. Divide almond paste among half of bread slices; spread to cover. Top with cheese. Sprinkle with pepper. Cover with remaining bread slices. Brush tops with oil.
3. Heat 2 large nonstick skillets over medium-high heat. Add 3 sandwiches, oiled side down, to each skillet. Cook until bread is crusty on bottom, about 6 minutes. Brush tops with oil. Turn sandwiches over. Cook until brown and crusty on bottom, pressing to compact, about 6 minutes.

Enjoy your meal!