Best Hawaiian Melt Recipes

King's Hawaiian Tuna Melt Supreme image

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Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 round loaf King's Hawaiian bread, sliced to desired thickness
8 slice deli American or cheddar cheese
1 large tomato, sliced
butter
TUNA SALAD
2 can(s) tuna, drained (6 oz each)
1 small stalk celery, chopped
1/2 small onion, chopped
1/2 c mayonnaise or salad dressing, your choice
1 tsp fresh lemon juice, optional
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp dill weed
1/4 c finely grated carrot, optional
1 Tbsp finely chopped green pepper, optional
sometimes I add a little crushed pineapple too (a few spoonfuls) if I have any on hand. Blends beautifully with the bread. Just decrease the mayo by a few spoonfuls. If using, omit fresh lemon juice.

Steps:

1. Place all of the tuna salad ingredients in a medium bowl.
2. Mix and set aside. (Can be made up ahead for flavors to blend.)
3. Slice round loaf of King's Hawaiian Bread to desired thickness. (Enough filling to make 2 large sandwiches or 4 small.)
4. Assemble the sandwich. Layer as follows: Take one piece of bread and place a slice of cheese on top.
5. Next, the sliced tomato.
6. Then the tuna salad.
7. Top the tuna with another slice of cheese.
8. Then top with the second slice of bread. Butter both sides of bread generously.
9. Place in a skillet on medium heat.
10. Grill (fry) until golden brown.
11. Serve with sweet potato fries or chips and pickle slices.
12. (Use any leftover sliced, round sweet Hawaiian bread to make the best french toast you've ever had the next morning!)