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Pesto Tuna Melts

Name: Pesto Tuna Melts
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 2 slices Italian bread (1 inch thick); 2 tablespoons prepared pesto; 1-1/2 teaspoons mayonnaise; 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced; 1 pouch (3 ounces) tuna; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 2 slices (1 ounce each) part-skim mozzarella cheese, halved

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Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Makes

2 servings

A tangy Italian twist on tuna salad, this cheesy open-faced sandwich from Nancy Monroe of Statesville, North Carolina is a fuss-free standout. Pair it with a cup of hot soup or chips for a tasty lunch.

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Ingredients

2 slices Italian bread (1 inch thick)
2 tablespoons prepared pesto
1-1/2 teaspoons mayonnaise
1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
1 pouch (3 ounces) tuna
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 slices (1 ounce each) part-skim mozzarella cheese, halved

Directions

Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Turn and broil 2 minutes longer or until golden brown.
Combine pesto and mayonnaise; spread over toasted bread. Top with tomato, tuna, pepper and cheese. Broil for 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Pesto Tuna Melts

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