French Toast Tuna Sandwiches Recipe
Overview:
🕒 Cook Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
🥪 Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
🔍 Keywords: Tuna, < 60 Mins, Easy
🍽️ Servings: 4
🌟 Aggregated Rating: 4.5
Description:
Indulge in a delightful twist to the classic tuna sandwich with this Southern Living inspired recipe. Perfect for a quick Sunday night supper, these French Toast Tuna Sandwiches are sure to become a family favorite. Pair them with a simple green salad for a satisfying meal that’s both quick and delicious.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of tuna
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup pickle relish
- 8 slices of bread
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine
Instructions:
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Prepare Tuna Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna, chopped celery, onion, pickle relish, and mayonnaise. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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Assemble Sandwiches:
- Spread the tuna mixture evenly onto 4 slices of bread. Top each with another slice of bread to form sandwiches.
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Prepare Egg Mixture:
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
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Dip Sandwiches:
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated evenly.
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Cook French Toast Sandwiches:
- In a skillet or frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and the pan is heated, add the sandwiches.
- Cook for approximately 4 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
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Serve:
- Once cooked, transfer the French Toast Tuna Sandwiches to serving plates.
- Serve immediately while still warm and crispy.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 376.1
- Fat Content: 18.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 143.9mg
- Sodium Content: 553.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 33.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.6g
- Sugar Content: 7.3g
- Protein Content: 18.2g
Tips:
- For added flavor, consider using whole grain or artisan bread for the sandwiches.
- You can customize the tuna mixture by adding ingredients such as diced pickles, chopped herbs, or a dash of hot sauce.
- If you prefer a lighter option, you can use low-fat mayonnaise and skim milk in the recipe.
- Serve the French Toast Tuna Sandwiches with a side of crispy potato chips or a refreshing fruit salad for a well-rounded meal.
Indulge in the delightful combination of crispy French toast and flavorful tuna filling with these French Toast Tuna Sandwiches. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, they’re perfect for a quick lunch or snack any day of the week.
