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Classic Tuna Melt
- Makes
- 4 servings
- Ingredients
- 12
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Ingredients
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise (preferably Kewpie)
- ⅓ cup finely chopped dill
- 1 Tbsp. drained capers or chopped pickled jalapeños, plus 1 Tbsp. brine
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 7-oz. jar oil-packed tuna fillets or one and a half 5-oz. cans oil-packed tuna, drained
- Freshly ground pepper
- 2 Tbsp. butter, room temperature
- 8 slices Pullman or sourdough bread
- 4 slices American cheese or sharp cheddar
- Dill pickles, kettle-style potato chips (preferably Cape Cod), and hot sauce (preferably Frank’s; for serving)
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