Horseradish-Cheddar Tuna Melts
These no-frills, open-faced tuna melts pack a punch because horseradish and Cheddar make a rowdy pair. Jarred horseradish is a nose-tingling combination of grated horseradish, vinegar and salt, so the tuna only needs a couple tablespoons and a little mayo, garlic and black pepper to make it zesty and creamy. If you’re only serving two, the recipe halves easily, and you can broil it in a toaster oven. Eat for lunch or dinner alongside an iceberg salad, pickle spears or potato chips.
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- Serves: 4 persons
Ingredients
- 2(5-ounce) cans tuna, drained
- ¼cup mayonnaise, plus more as needed
- 2tablespoons prepared or creamy horseradish, not drained, plus more as needed
- 2garlic cloves, finely grated
- Black pepper
- 4English muffins, split with a fork
- 8slices sharp Cheddar
- Chopped fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1
Arrange a rack about 6 inches from the broiler heat source and heat the broiler to high.Step 2
In a medium bowl, use a fork to mash together the tuna, mayonnaise, horseradish, garlic and a few grinds of pepper until smooth. Taste and, if it’s mild, add more horseradish; if it’s dry, add more mayonnaise.Step 3
Place the English muffins on a sheet pan and toast lightly under the broiler on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side (check frequently to avoid burning). Arrange the English muffins split-sides up, then top with the tuna salad (about 3 tablespoons each). Top each with a slice of Cheddar. Broil until the cheese has melted, 1 to 2 minutes. Garnish with parsley or chives, if using. Eat right away.