These Cheesy Tuna Melts remind me of when I was growing up. We had them at least once a month, and my mom had a special recipe. Here it is.
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Cheesy Tuna Melts
I have to admit something to you. Growing up, the thought of eating tuna literally made me gag. I can’t tell you how many times my parents made me sit at the table (for what seemed like hours), trying to get me to eat tuna sandwiches or tuna noodle casserole. I would always be threatened with “it would be my breakfast”, yikes! I’m not sure when or how, but I have since overcome my tuna aversion. Thankfully, I have no problem getting my family to eat these sandwiches! They’re nice to make when you need something quick and easy, and they’re easy on the budget!
Cheesy Tuna Melts
These Cheesy Tuna Melts remind me of when I was growing up. We had them at least once a month, and my mom had a special recipe. Here it is.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup chopped celery
- 3/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 can tuna (6 oz. each) tuna, drained and flaked
- 1-1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 tsp. seasoned salt, optional
- 8 hamburger buns, split
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F. In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Spread tuna mixture on bottom buns; replace tops. Wrap in foil. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 346Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 540mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 17g
Originally published on July 29, 2012. Updated on April 21, 2021.
Yum! I love tuna! This looks so good! Thanks for sharing at Church Supper. Love "seeing" new faces. Have a blessed week & come back soon ~EMM
I made a tuna salad today and we had a boring tuna sandwich. Tomorrow – a tuna melt! It looks SO GOOD!
Ha, your story reminded me of a time when I was a kid. I begged my mom to make a grilled cheese sandwich for me. Then when I finally had it, I took a bite and decided I didn't want it. My mom told me I had to eat it before I could go back outside to play. She actually wrapped it up and saved it for me and I finally ate it a little while later. Lesson learned – don't beg for something!
Your tuna melt looks awesome. I love a good tuna melt! Thanks for sharing on Marvelous Mondays.
Julie
I wish hubby would eat tuna, I would make this tonight. It is just the right thing for today.
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My mom did the same thing–eat it now or eat it later, but one way or another, you're going to eat it and not waste it!
I would have never thought of putting cheese with Tuna..but I can see it being a good thing!
This looks delicious! I love tuna melts!! Found you through NY Melrose Family linky party! 🙂
Ug, I have the same memories! But that sounds like a great sandwich!
Jamie, I just love a great Tuna Melt and your recipe looks delicious. Hope you are having a great week and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
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I love Tuna Melts! Yours looks my favorite way, Cheesy! YUM! Please come by my blog! I would truly appreciate the support!
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Jamie,
My husband will LOVE these. He is a tuna kinda guy. I don't eat fish but I would definitely make this for him. Thanks for sharing.
I was the same way as a child. I guess you grow to love it. 🙂 Thanks for linking to Foodtastic Friday too!
This sounds yummy!! Thank you so much for linking up to Tasty Thursdays last week. Hope to see
you again this week!!
Nichi – The Mandatory Mooch
This sandwich sounds good! Like a nice little change from a typical tuna salad sandwich!
Thanks for linking up to MTM Mondays!