Emeril's Kicked-Up Tuna Melts

By SapphireBlu957

Any mild melting cheese, like cheddar or Monterey Jack, will work here. This recipe can easily be doubled to feed a crowd.

Ingredients

• 4 can(s) (5 ounces each) solid white tuna packed in water, drained
• 1/3 cup(s) mayonnaise, plus more for spreading
• 1/4 cup(s) finely chopped red onion
• 4 teaspoon(s) capers, rinsed and drained
• 1 tablespoon(s) fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) coarse salt
• 1 teaspoon(s) ground pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) dried oregano, crumbled between your fingers
• 4 slice(s) crusty bread
• 8 slice(s) (thin) tomato
• 4 slice(s) provolone

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 23mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat broiler, with rack in highest position. In a medium bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise, onion, capers, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and oregano and stir until thoroughly combined.

2. Arrange bread on a baking sheet and spread a little mayonnaise on each slice. Divide tuna salad evenly among slices, then top each with 2 slices tomato and 1 slice cheese. Broil until cheese is golden brown and bubbling, 3 to 4 minutes.