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Tuna Broil on English Muffins

A gourmet tuna broil served on English muffin halves is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of tuna, melted cheese, and toasted English muffins. Here’s a basic recipe to create this mouthwatering treat:
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Mixture
  • 1 can about 5 ounces of high-quality tuna, drained
  • 2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise adjust to your preferred creaminess
  • 1-2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1-2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion or shallots
  • 1-2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Optional
  • chopped pickles, capers, or fresh herbs like parsley for extra flavor
Assembling
  • 2 English muffins split in half and toasted
  • 4 Slices Sliced cheese cheddar, Swiss, or your favorite
  • Butter for toasting

Method
 

Prepare the Tuna Mixture
  1. In a bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped red onion or shallots, and chopped celery.
  2. Mix well to combine, adding more mayonnaise if needed to reach your desired creamy consistency.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add optional ingredients like pickles, capers, or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Toast the English Muffins
  1. Split the English muffins in half and lightly toast them. You can toast them in a toaster or under the broiler in your oven.
  2. Spread a little butter on the cut sides of the muffins for added flavor.
Assemble the Tuna Broil
  1. Place a generous scoop of the prepared tuna mixture on the bottom half of each toasted English muffin.
  2. Top the tuna mixture with a slice of your preferred cheese.
Broil the Tuna Broil
  1. Carefully remove the tuna broils from the oven when the cheese is nicely melted.
  2. Place the top half of the English muffins on each broil to complete the sandwich.
  3. Serve your gourmet tuna broil hot and enjoy!

Notes

Serve these tuna broils with a side salad or some potato chips for a complete meal. It's a versatile dish that can be customized to your taste preferences, and it's perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.