Ingredients

  • 1 5 oz. can of tuna in water
  • 1 rib of celery, chopped
  • 1-2 tablespoons chopped onions
  • 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 slices Sara Lee 45 calorie wheat with honey bread
  • I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter spray
  • 2 slices Sargento ultra thin mild cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat a frying pan over low/medium heat.
  2. Drain the can of tuna fish and add it to a small bowl.
  3. Add the mayonnaise, celery, onion, salt and pepper and stir together.
  4. Spray one side of each slice of bread 4 times with the butter spray.
  5. Add half of the tuna mixture to one slice of bread (on the not buttered side), add one slice of cheese and put one slice of bread on top.
  6. Add the sandwich to the heated pan. Cook until golden brown on each side, making sure the cheese melts.
  7. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

Yield: 2 Servings (6 points per sandwich)

Servings: 2 Tuna Melts

Title: Gourmet Comfort: Crafting the Perfect Home-Made Tuna Melt

Introduction: Step into the world of culinary comfort with our meticulously crafted Home-Made Tuna Melt. A symphony of flavors awaits as the simplicity of tuna, celery, and onions harmonizes with the creamy indulgence of light mayonnaise, all tucked between slices of Sara Lee 45-calorie wheat with honey bread. Each step in the preparation unveils a commitment to taste and wellness, ensuring a guilt-free delight that warms the soul.

Ingredients:

  1. Canned Tuna in Water (5 oz.):
    • The heart of this Tuna Melt, canned tuna in water serves as a lean protein base, adding substance and nutritional value to each bite.
  2. Celery (Chopped):
    • Elevate the crunch factor with chopped celery, bringing freshness and texture to the tuna mixture.
  3. Onions (Chopped, 1-2 tablespoons):
    • Chopped onions contribute a savory note, enhancing the overall flavor profile with their aromatic essence.
  4. Light Mayonnaise (2 tablespoons):
    • Light mayonnaise adds a creamy richness without compromising on points, ensuring a luscious mouthfeel to the tuna mixture.
  5. Salt and Pepper (To Taste):
    • A sprinkle of salt and pepper enhances the flavors, balancing the sweetness of honey wheat bread and the savory elements of the filling.
  6. Sara Lee 45-Calorie Wheat with Honey Bread (4 slices):
    • Choose wisely with Sara Lee’s 45-calorie wheat with honey bread, serving as the perfect vessel to encapsulate the delectable tuna concoction.
  7. I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter Spray:
    • A touch of I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter spray elevates the toasty goodness of each bread slice, adding a hint of buttery flavor.
  8. Sargento Ultra Thin Mild Cheddar Cheese (2 slices):
    • Ultra-thin slices of mild cheddar cheese from Sargento contribute a gooey, melty layer, ensuring that satisfying cheese pull with every bite.

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Frying Pan:
    • Begin by preheating a frying pan over low/medium heat, setting the stage for the transformation of these simple ingredients into a gourmet delight.
  2. Prepare Tuna Mixture:
    • Drain the canned tuna and combine it in a small bowl with chopped celery, onions, light mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Stir the ingredients together, ensuring a well-balanced and flavorful tuna mixture.
  3. Butter Spray and Bread:
    • Spray one side of each slice of Sara Lee 45-calorie wheat with honey bread four times with I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter spray, infusing a touch of indulgence into the toasting process.
  4. Assemble Tuna Melt:
    • Spread half of the tuna mixture onto one slice of bread (on the non-buttered side), add a slice of Sargento ultra-thin mild cheddar cheese, and top it with another slice of bread.
  5. Cook Until Golden Brown:
    • Place the assembled sandwich onto the heated pan, cooking until golden brown on each side. Ensure the cheese melts, creating a creamy and irresistible interior.
  6. Repeat for Perfection:
    • Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients, ensuring that each Tuna Melt is a masterpiece of toasted perfection.

Yield and Points: Crafting two servings of these indulgent Tuna Melts yields a delightful meal with each sandwich accounting for 6 points.

Conclusion: As you savor the Home-Made Tuna Melt, relish the union of simplicity and gourmet appeal. Each bite tells a story of careful ingredient selection, thoughtful preparation, and a commitment to wellness. Share this recipe and let the Tuna Melt become a staple in your culinary repertoire, proving that comfort and points-conscious indulgence can coexist in perfect harmony.