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sandwich essentials: yummy croissant tuna toasties

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Recipe by
Andy Anderson !
@Andy59
Wichita, KS

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.

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For sandwich essentials: yummy croissant tuna toasties

  • PLAN/PURCHASE
  • 1 md
    freshly-baked croissants, or bread, of your choice
  • 1 Tbsp
    sweet butter, unsalted, melted
  • 2 slice
    bacon, your choice
  • 1 - 3 Tbsp
    yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 stalk
    celery, finely chopped
  • 5 oz
    albacore tuna, water packed (1 can)
  • 1 Tbsp
    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 Tbsp
    mayonnaise, plain variety
  • 1 Tbsp
    brown mustard, i prefer grey poupon
  • 2 oz
    sharp white cheddar cheese, freshly grated

How To Make sandwich essentials: yummy croissant tuna toasties

  • 1
    PREP/PREPARE
  • 2
    Chef’s Note: These toasties are traditionally served warm; however, they are great wrapped up, and served cold for lunch.
  • 3
    Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
  • 4
    Place a rack in the upper position, and preheat the oven to 350f (175c).
  • 5
    Cut the croissants in half (lengthwise), and brush 1 tablespoon of the butter on the cut sides.
  • 6
    Place a skillet over medium heat, and toast the croissants until the cut sides are a golden brown, about 2 – 3 minutes.
  • 7
    Remove the croissants, from the pan, and add the bacon.
  • 8
    Slow cook until crisp, then drain on paper towels, and reserve.
  • 9
    Add the onions to the pan with the bacon grease.
  • 10
    Stir until softened, about 2 – 3 minutes.
  • 11
    Add the celery, and cook for an additional 60 seconds.
  • 12
    Add the tuna to the skillet.
  • 13
    Break up, and combine with the onions and butter, about 60 seconds.
  • 14
    Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • 15
    Whisk together the relish, hot sauce, salt, white pepper, mayonnaise, and brown mustard.
  • 16
    Add to the pan, and combine with the onions, and tuna.
  • 17
    Divide between the two croissants, and add the grated cheese on top.
  • 18
    Place in the preheated oven, and bake until the cheese is nice and melty, about 2 – 3 minutes.
  • 19
    PLATE/PRESENT
  • 20
    Add the reserved bacon, and serve while still nice and warm, with some chips or fries. Enjoy.
  • 21
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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