Classic Diner Tuna Melt

Ingredients

• Canned Tuna

  1 tin

  $1.20

• Mayonnaise

  2 tbsp

  $0.16

• Celery

  1 stalk finely chopped

  $0.22

• Dijon Mustard

  1/2 tsp

  $0.02

• Bread

  4 slices

  $0.50

• Cheddar cheese

  80 g

  $1.00

• Salted Butter

  20 g

  $0.18

• Black pepper

  1/4 tsp

  $0.01

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Preparation

1. 1

   Drain canned tuna thoroughly and place in a medium bowl.

2. 2

   Flake tuna with a fork, then fold in mayonnaise, chopped celery, Dijon mustard, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Butter one side of each slice of bread.

4. 4

   Place two slices buttered-side down in a skillet over medium heat.

5. 5

   Divide the tuna mixture evenly across the bread and top each with cheddar slices.

6. 6

   Place remaining bread slices on top, buttered-side up.

7. 7

   Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until bread is golden-brown and cheese has thoroughly melted.

8. 8

   Slice in half and serve warm.