Classic Tuna Melt
A comforting Tuna Melt, with creamy tuna filling and melted cheese, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can of tuna, drained
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of bread
- 4 slices of cheese (like cheddar or Swiss)
- Butter for spreading
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Lay down a slice of cheese on the unbuttered side of a slice of bread, then add a generous amount of tuna mixture, and top with another slice of cheese.
- Place another slice of bread on top, with the buttered side facing up.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill each sandwich until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the sandwiches to a baking sheet and bake for 5-10 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve hot, sliced, and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet or the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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