Tuna Melt On Rye Sandwich Recipe
Fresh tuna and melted cheese on toasted rye bread.
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Ingredients
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Sandwich Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Tuna Salad
In a medium bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, mayonnaise, chopped celery, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- 2
Assemble the Sandwich
Lay two slices of rye bread on a clean surface. Spread half of the tuna salad mixture evenly on each slice. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the tuna mixture. Top with the remaining slices of rye bread.
Cooking
- 3
Toast the Sandwich
In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, place the assembled sandwich in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- 4
Flip and Melt
Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 5
Serve
Once both sides are toasted and the cheese has melted, remove the sandwich from the skillet. Cut in half if desired and serve immediately.