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Tuna Melt Sandwich

Tuna Melt Sandwich Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 510
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 oz can solid white albacore tuna, drained
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped celery
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • ½ tsp Dijon mustard
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper
  • 4 slices sturdy sandwich bread
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese

Method
 

  1. Mix drained tuna, mayonnaise, celery, lemon juice, Dijon, salt, and pepper until combined but still chunky.
  2. Butter one side of each bread slice. On two unbuttered sides, layer tuna salad and cheese, then close with remaining bread, buttered side out.
  3. Heat a heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 4 minutes until golden and crisp.
  4. Flip, press gently, and cook another 3 to 4 minutes until cheese melts and second side is crisp.
  5. Slice diagonally and serve immediately.

Notes

The tuna salad can be made a day ahead and chilled. Bring it close to room temperature before assembling so it does not cool the cheese while cooking. If your bread is very thick or dense, lower the heat slightly and add a minute to each side.