Tuna melt sandwich halves scattered on wax paper surrounded by gherkins and tomatoes on the vine

The Extra Step That Gives Your Tuna Melt The Perfect Crunch

NEWS

By ALLISON LINDSEY

Slices of sourdough bread
Hearty, rich, and savory, a tuna melt is a mouth-watering indulgence. One of the most transformative steps you can take to spruce it up is to toast both sides of the bread.
Two halves of a tuna melt sandwich
By toasting both sides of the bread, you get a more satisfying first bite. As you sink your teeth into the sandwich, the crunch carries through the body of the bread completely.
Toasted tuna melt sandwich with cheese
The crispy, toasted bread is the perfect culinary contrast to the tender tuna and gooey cheese, creating a mouthfeel that enhances the overall flavor.
Tuna melt sandwich in a cast iron pan
Simply butter one side of each bread slice and toast them in a pan until golden brown. Next, add cheese and the tuna mixture to the toasted side of one slice.
A tuna melt sandwich cooking in a cast iron pan
Place the second slice on top (with the toasted side facing in). Finally, butter the pan, and toast the remaining sides until the bread is golden-brown and the cheese is melted.