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Classic Griddled Tuna Melt on a plate
Andre Lewis

Classic Griddled Tuna Melt

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans 5 oz each tuna in water, thoroughly drained
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 celery rib finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp dill pickle relish
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 slices rye bread
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Method
 

  1. Flake the tuna and fold it with mayonnaise, celery, relish and pepper.
  2. Divide a thin even layer of tuna salad over two rye slices.
  3. Add cheddar on both sides of the tuna and close the sandwiches.
  4. Spread butter over the outside faces.
  5. Griddle over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until crisp and melted, then rest 1 minute before cutting.