Traditional Tuna Melt Recipe
Classic deli-style tuna salad and American cheese on sourdough bread
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Tuna Salad
In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, chopped celery, chopped red onion, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 2
Assemble the Sandwich
Take two slices of sourdough bread and spread a layer of the tuna salad on each slice. Place a slice of American cheese on top of the tuna salad on both slices. Top with the remaining two slices of sourdough bread to form two sandwiches.
- 3
Grill the Sandwiches
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, place the sandwiches in the skillet. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 4
Serve
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, cut in half if desired, and serve hot.
