Classic Tuna Melt

Ingredients

• 2 (5 oz) cans tuna in water, drained
• 2 celery ribs, finely diced (1 cup)
• 1/2 small red onion, finely diced (1/2 cup)
• 2 dill pickle spears, small diced (1/2 cup)
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly cracked pepper
• 8 slices sourdough bread
• 8 slices cheddar cheese
• 4 Tbsp butter, divided

Before you cook

• Drain both cans of tuna well.
• Finely dice the celery, red onion and dill pickle spears.

Steps

1. Stir the drained tuna, celery, red onion, pickles, mayonnaise, salt and pepper together in a medium bowl until blended.
2. Lay out the 8 sourdough slices and set a slice of cheddar on each.
3. Divide the tuna mixture over 4 of the slices.
4. Close each sandwich with a remaining cheese-topped slice.
5. Melt 1 Tbsp butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
6. Cook two sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes, until the underside is golden.
7. Add another tablespoon of butter, flip the sandwiches carefully, and cook 3 minutes more.
8. Repeat with the remaining butter and sandwiches, then serve hot.