A Magical Tuna Melt

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Ingredients

Serving Size: 4 sandwiches

2 cans of tuna (5 oz each, drained)
1/4 cup mayonnaise (or use Greek yogurt for a lighter touch)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish (optional, but adds a nice tang)
1/2 cup red onion (finely diced)
Salt & pepper (to taste)
2 tbsp dried cranberries
8 slices of sourdough bread (or white)
2 tbsp mayo (for toasting bread)
8 slices of cheese (Cheddar, Swiss, or a melty favorite)
1 honey crisp apple, sliced
1 medium tomato (sliced, optional but adds a juicy pop)

Instructions

Prepare the Tuna: In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, red onion, cranberries, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined—creamy with a little crunch from the onion. Adjust the seasoning if needed!
Butter the Bread: Spread a generous layer of mayo on one side of each bread slice. This will give your sandwich that golden, crispy exterior when it’s grilled.
Assemble the Sandwiches: Place 4 slices of bread, mayo-side down, on a flat surface. Evenly divide the tuna mixture among these slices. Layer a couple of slices of tomato and apple on top of the tuna before adding the cheese. Top each with another slice of bread, buttered-side out.
Grill the Melts: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and grill for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is beautifully melted. You may need to flip the sandwiches carefully to avoid spilling all that delicious filling.
Serve: Once your tuna melts are golden and melty, slice them in half for that satisfying gooey cheese pull! Serve immediately with a side of crispy chips, a pickle, or a light salad.

Prepare to dive into the the best tuna melt you’ve never tasted. This sweet and salt masterpiece is a carefully guarded family secret that combines bold flavors for the ultimate comfort food experience. Crusty bread, melty cheese, and crispiness from the apples and onions will have your eyes rolling to the back of your head.

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