Hot Muffuletta Sandwich
A taste of New Orleans where this famous sandwich originated is featured in this warm sandwich.
| Serves/Makes: | 6 |
| Preparation Time: | 30 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 35 Minutes |
| Time to Table: | 65 Minutes |
Hot Muffuletta Sandwich Ingredients
| 1 can (170 g) | Clover Leaf Chunk Light Tuna, drained and flaked |
| 2 tsp (10 mL) | lemon juice |
| 1 pkg (300 g) | frozen chopped spinach, thawed |
| 6 | large crusty rolls (kaisers) |
| 1 pkg (250 g) | light cream cheese, softened |
| 1/2 cup (125 mL) | chopped red onion |
| 1 tbsp (15 mL) | butter or margarine |
| 1/4 cup (50 mL) | dry white wine (or chicken broth) |
| 2 cups (500 mL) | fresh mushrooms, sliced |
| 1/4 tsp (1 mL) | dried thyme leaves |
| 2 | large tomatoes, thinly sliced |
| 1/4 cup (50 mL) | grated Parmesan cheese |
Preparation
- Sprinkle tuna with lemon juice. Squeeze moisture from spinach; stir into tuna.
- Slice 1/2-inch (1 cm) off top of each roll. Hollow out bottom of rolls leaving 1/4- inch (6 mm) shell. Spread bottoms evenly with cream cheese.
- Sauté onion in melted butter in skillet until soft. Add wine, mushrooms and thyme. Cook 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Spread tuna mixture over cream cheese layer in rolls. Top with mushroom mixture. Add a tomato slice to each and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Wrap individually in foil.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) 30-35 minutes. Makes 6 servings.
Nutrients Per Serving
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CLAIMS PER SERVING- Source of Protein - Excellent Source of Vitamin A - Good Source of Vitamin C - Excellent Source of Calcium - Good Source of Iron |
