CHEESY TUNA TORTILLA MELTS

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Canned tuna tastes sensational wrapped in tortillas with salsa and cheese, Cover with chili sauce and bake. Another easy and delicious dinner is ready!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 large flour tortillas (10-inches)
2 (170 g) cans clover leaf flaked solid white tuna packed in water, drained
3/4 cup salsa
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese or 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 (370 ml) can Carnation Evaporated Milk (regular, 2% or fat-free)
1/4 cup monterey jack cheese or 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
3 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  • Arrange tortillas on a flat surface.
  • FILLING:.
  • Combine ingredients for filling in a bowl. Place 1/2 cup filling in the center of each tortilla. Fold top and bottom of tortilla over filling, Roll up tortilla from open end and place in prepared dish, seam side down.
  • SAUCE:.
  • Heat oil in large saucepan on medium heat. Add onion and garlic and gently cook for 2-3 minutes until tender., Add next 4 ingredients. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring often. Add evaporated milk, bring to a boil, lower heat and cook until thickened, 3-5 minutes. Pour over tortillas,. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven 20-25 minutes, until bubbling. Remove and sprinkle with cilantro and green onions. Let sit 5 minutes before serving.
  • TIPS: Use part Skim Mozzarella cheese as a healthier option,.
  • Sauce can be made a day ahead and refrigerated until ready to use.
  • Serve with store bought guacomole and your favorite veggies!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 806.5, Fat 35.8, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 82.7, Sodium 1589.8, Carbohydrate 77.8, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 5.4, Protein 43.2

Altaf Hussain.s
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I'm not a big fan of tuna, but I really enjoyed these tuna melts. The tuna salad was creamy and flavorful, and the cheese was melted and gooey. The tortillas were crispy and held everything together perfectly. I would definitely make these again!


devil queen
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These tuna melts are delicious! The tuna salad is creamy and flavorful, and the cheese is melted and gooey. The tortillas are crispy and hold everything together perfectly. I will definitely be making these again!


malik sami sami
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I love these tuna melts! They are so easy to make and they are always a hit with my family. I usually add a little bit of chopped celery and onion to the tuna salad for extra flavor.


Jeremy Lalsingh
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These tuna melts were a big hit with my family! They are so easy to make and they are always a hit with my family.


Shareen Nauyock
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I'm not a big fan of tuna, but I really enjoyed these tuna melts. The tuna salad was creamy and flavorful, and the cheese was melted and gooey. The tortillas were crispy and held everything together perfectly. I would definitely make these again!


Naaffxd Naaffxd
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These tuna melts are delicious! The tuna salad is creamy and flavorful, and the cheese is melted and gooey. The tortillas are crispy and hold everything together perfectly. I will definitely be making these again!


MD Thomas
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I love these tuna melts! They are so easy to make and they are always a hit with my family. I usually add a little bit of chopped celery and onion to the tuna salad for extra flavor.


raheem bailey
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These tuna melts were a big hit with my family! They are so easy to make and they are always a hit with my family.


prince Md Noyon Khan
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I'm not a big fan of tuna, but I really enjoyed these tuna melts. The tuna salad was creamy and flavorful, and the cheese was melted and gooey. The tortillas were crispy and held everything together perfectly. I would definitely make these again.


Phrankie Jackson
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These tuna melts are delicious! The tuna salad is creamy and flavorful, and the cheese is melted and gooey. The tortillas are crispy and hold everything together perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Rendy Seven
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I love these tuna melts! They are so easy to make and they are always a hit with my family. I usually add a little bit of chopped celery and onion to the tuna salad for extra flavor.


Afzal Butt
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These tuna melts are amazing! The tuna salad is so flavorful and the cheese is melted and gooey. The tortillas are crispy and hold everything together perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Gherasim Adrian
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! The tuna salad was creamy and flavorful, and the cheese was melted and gooey. The tortillas were perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Farduus Cumar
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My family loved these cheesy tuna tortilla melts! They were easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


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