Delicious and simple – this Tuna Melt Burger makes a yummy lunch or dinner! Each sandwich bakes in its own foil package, so cleanup is quick and easy.

TUNA MELT BURGER

Ingredients
5-ounce can light tuna packed in water
2 medium stalks celery chopped
1/2 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1 Tablespoon instant minced onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 slices 100% whole wheat bread

Directions
■ Wash your hands and clean the cooking area.
■ Clean the tops of canned food items before opening them.
■ Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
■ Drain tuna and break meat apart with a fork.
■ Wash and chop the celery. Dice the cheese.
■ Mix tuna, celery, cheese, light mayonnaise, dried onion, salt, and pepper into a medium mixing bowl with a fork.
■ Divide tuna mixture into six portions, place one portion on six slices of whole wheat bread. Then place a single slice of bread on top of each. Recipe should make a total of 6 sandwiches.
■ Wrap each sandwich on a square of aluminum foil, folding edges securely.
■ Bake about 20 minutes or until hot in the middle. Cool slightly before serving.
■ Remove from oven. Pierce foil to release steam before serving.

■ Tips: After making this, the Food Factor crew noted three things:
■ We would triple the tuna filling recipe if you want to make 6 sandwiches.
■ If you are not a fan of celery, leave it out or reduce the amount. Two medium stalks were too much for us, even those of us who like celery.
■ If you want both sides of the sandwich toasted, flip the foil packs halfway through baking.

Thanks to Texas A&M Agrilife Extension for this recipe!

You can find more foil pack recipes and ingredient suggestions in our MSU Extension Publication, 3567, “Fold and Go Meals.”