sandwich essentials: yummy croissant tuna toasties

Name: Sandwich Essentials: Yummy Croissant Tuna Toasties
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ## PLAN/PURCHASE; 1 medium freshly-baked croissants, or bread, of your choice; 1 tablespoon(s) sweet butter, unsalted, melted; 2 slice(s) bacon, your choice; 1 - 3 tablespoon(s) yellow onion, finely chopped; 1/2 stalk(s) celery, finely chopped; 5 ounce(s) albacore tuna, water packed (1 can); 1 tablespoon(s) pickle relish, dill variety; 1 dash(es) hot sauce, i prefer frank’s, or to taste; - salt, kosher variety, to taste; - white pepper, freshly ground, to taste; 1 tablespoon(s) mayonnaise, plain variety; 1 tablespoon(s) brown mustard, i prefer grey poupon; 2 ounce(s) sharp white cheddar cheese, freshly grated

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Andy Anderson !

Wichita, KS

Updated on Jun 15, 2018

I grew up eating sandwiches akin to this one, and although versions of this recipe are found everywhere, the term “Tuna Toasties” is a very British thing. I have seen them made with chicken, haddock; even beef…One slice of bread, or two…. Cooked up in a skillet, or baked in the oven. I have reconstructed this recipe from memories of the past, and added a few additions from the present. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

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prep time 5 Min

cook time 10 Min

method Stove Top

yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

PLAN/PURCHASE
1 medium freshly-baked croissants, or bread, of your choice
1 tablespoon sweet butter, unsalted, melted
2 slices bacon, your choice
1 - 3 tablespoons yellow onion, finely chopped
1/2 stalk celery, finely chopped
5 ounces albacore tuna, water packed (1 can)
1 tablespoon pickle relish, dill variety
1 dash hot sauce, i prefer frank’s, or to taste
- salt, kosher variety, to taste
- white pepper, freshly ground, to taste
1 tablespoon mayonnaise, plain variety
1 tablespoon brown mustard, i prefer grey poupon
2 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese, freshly grated

How To Make sandwich essentials: yummy croissant tuna toasties

Step 1

PREP/PREPARE

Step 2

Chef’s Note: These toasties are traditionally served warm; however, they are great wrapped up, and served cold for lunch.
Step 3

Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
Step 4

Place a rack in the upper position, and preheat the oven to 350f (175c).
Step 5

Cut the croissants in half (lengthwise), and brush 1 tablespoon of the butter on the cut sides.
Step 6

Place a skillet over medium heat, and toast the croissants until the cut sides are a golden brown, about 2 – 3 minutes.
Step 7

Remove the croissants, from the pan, and add the bacon.
Step 8

Slow cook until crisp, then drain on paper towels, and reserve.
Step 9

Add the onions to the pan with the bacon grease.
Step 10

Stir until softened, about 2 – 3 minutes.
Step 11

Add the celery, and cook for an additional 60 seconds.
Step 12

Add the tuna to the skillet.
Step 13

Break up, and combine with the onions and butter, about 60 seconds.
Step 14

Remove the skillet from the heat.
Step 15

Whisk together the relish, hot sauce, salt, white pepper, mayonnaise, and brown mustard.
Step 16

Add to the pan, and combine with the onions, and tuna.
Step 17

Divide between the two croissants, and add the grated cheese on top.
Step 18

Place in the preheated oven, and bake until the cheese is nice and melty, about 2 – 3 minutes.
Step 19

PLATE/PRESENT
Step 20

Add the reserved bacon, and serve while still nice and warm, with some chips or fries. Enjoy.
Step 21

Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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