Description
The Crispy cheesy creamy Tuna Melt is a deliciously indulgent snack featuring perfectly toasted bread with melty cheese and a luscious tuna filling. This easy-to-make sandwich offers a crispy golden crust paired with a creamy, cheesy, savory center, perfect for a quick lunch, snack, or light dinner. Customizable and made with simple pantry staples, it balances rich flavors and textures for an irresistibly satisfying bite every time.
Ingredients
Scale
Tuna Filling
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna packed in water or oil, drained
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery or onion
Sandwich Assembly
- 2 slices sturdy bread (such as sourdough or rustic white)
- 2 slices sharp cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 2 teaspoons butter, for spreading on bread exterior
Instructions
- Prepare the Tuna Filling: Start by draining the canned tuna thoroughly. In a medium bowl, combine the tuna with mayonnaise, a touch of mustard, and finely chopped celery or onion. Mix until creamy and well blended, ensuring the flavors meld together perfectly.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Lay out your bread slices and spread a thin layer of butter on the outside of each slice for that golden crust. On the unbuttered side, spread a generous amount of the tuna mixture, then top with your cheese of choice to ensure it melts nicely under heat.
- Cook to Perfection: Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the sandwich in the pan. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes until the bread is crisp and golden, and the cheese has melted into that perfect gooey layer. Press down gently with a spatula to help everything stick together.
- Serve Warm: Once both sides are evenly browned and the cheese has melted, remove from heat. Let the sandwich rest briefly before slicing to avoid all that cheesy goodness spilling out immediately – enjoy while warm!
Notes
- Use quality bread like sourdough for best texture and structure.
- Do not overload the filling to prevent sogginess and ensure even melting.
- Cook on medium to low heat to melt cheese without burning the bread.
- Butter the outside of bread slices for a golden crisp crust.
- Experiment with different melting cheeses such as Monterey Jack or provolone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
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