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Tuna Melt Hot Sandwich

Here's a lunchtime lifesaver that uses pantry staples you probably already have on hand! This upgraded tuna melt is creamy, cheesy, and so much better than anything you'd get at a diner. It's budget-friendly and tastes like you put in way more effort than you actually did.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans 5 oz each tuna in water, drained
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced celery
  • 1 tablespoon finely diced red onion
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 8 slices rye or whole wheat bread
  • 8 slices Swiss or cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons butter softened
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, and lemon juice. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Butter one side of each bread slice. Place 4 slices butter-side down on your work surface.
  3. On each unbuttered side, place one slice of cheese, then divide the tuna mixture evenly among the 4 slices.
  4. Top tuna with another slice of cheese, then place remaining bread slices on top, butter-side up.
  5. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side until bread is golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
  6. Let cool for 1 minute before slicing. Serve with pickles or chips on the side!