Tuna Melts and Tuna Sandwiches

Tuna Sandwiches

Who knew one package of Albacore White Tuna could be so versatile.

 Tuna Melts

Cooking Tip-Each oven temperature varies so keep a close eye on sandwiches baked in the oven. A griddle can also be used for sandwich preparation. 

Open Faced Sandwiches

Tuna Appetizers

Cook's notes: The recipe makes 5 open-faced sandwiches (using brioche-sized buns) or 6-8 appetizers on cocktail rye toasts. Sandwiches can be baked in the oven or on a griddle.  

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Miracle Whip or lite mayonnaise (use enough to moisten the salad)
• 1/3-1/2 cup diced sweet onion
• 3/4 cup celery, diced
• 1 teaspoon each of dried parsley and chives
• 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon pickle relish(drained on a paper towel) 
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 packages (pouches) of Starkist Albacore White Tuna (each 6.4) or one large pouch

• Havarti cheese slices
• 5 thin tomato slices
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• Small brioche buns or cocktail bread slices  

Directions:

• Mix salad dressing or mayonnaise, flaked tuna, herbs, mustard, lemon juice, celery, pickle relish and onions.
• Cover and refrigerate for several hours. Take out of refrig 20 minutes before baking. Preheat oven (use middle rack) to 400 degrees.
• Cover the baking sheet with parchment paper. Melt butter and baste each bun. Bake for 2 minutes. Divide the filling among 5 buns and bake for 5 minutes more. Add cheese and tomato and bake for 3 minutes more.   
• If making appetizers butter the bread toasts and divide the filling. Cook for 2 minutes. Top with tomato and a cheese slice and bake for 3 minutes more. Serve immediately.

Looking for lighter tuna fare? Try these recipes

Multigrain Tuna Wraps with Yogurt Dressing

https://sockfairies.blogspot.com/2021/02/friday-lunch-special-tuna-wrap.html

Tuna Chickpea Pita Sandwich

https://sockfairies.blogspot.com/2016/07/summer-treats.html

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