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Tuna Melt

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Background

The tuna melt is an American diner sandwich that combines tuna salad with melted cheese. Open-faced and closed versions are both common; this skillet method gives a crisp exterior.

Ingredients

  • 2 cans tuna, drained
  • 60 g mayonnaise
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 tablespoon pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • 8 slices bread
  • 8 slices cheddar
  • 3 tablespoons softened butter

How to cook

  1. Mix tuna, mayonnaise, celery, relish, and mustard.
  2. Fill bread with tuna and cheese; butter the outsides.
  3. Cook over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until browned and melted.

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