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Crescent Tuna Braid

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  • Prep 30 min
  • Total 50 min
  • Servings 4
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Bring excitement to everyday canned tuna with this delicious recipe idea. It beats an ordinary tuna salad sandwich — and your whole family can enjoy a warm meal together!
Created Aug 25, 2009
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Ingredients

  • 1 can (170 g) solid light tuna, drained
  • 2 hard cooked eggs chopped
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) chopped onion
  • 2 tbsp (25 mL) chopped dill pickle
  • 1 can (235 g) Pillsbury* Crescent Rolls
  • 1 cup (250 mL) shredded Cheddar or Swiss cheese
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) sesame seeds, optional
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Steps

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    1
    Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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    2
    Combine tuna, eggs, mayonnaise, onion and dill pickle.
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    3
    Separate dough into 2 long rectangles. Place on ungreased baking sheet with long sides overlapping 1/2 inch (1.25 cm); press center seam and perforations together to form a large rectangle.
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    4
    Spoon tuna mixture lengthwise down centre of dough. Sprinkle 1/2 cup (125 mL) cheese over filling. Cut slits 1-inch (2.5 cm) apart on each side of rectangle from filling to edge. To give braided appearance, fold strips of dough across filling, alternating from side to side.
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    5
    Bake for 17 to 20 min or until golden brown. Remove from oven; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup (125 mL) cheese and sesame seeds if desired.

Expert Tips

  • Tip 1
    Tip: Watch this dish come alive with the addition of your favourite freshly chopped herb such as dill, parsley or tarragon.

Nutrition Information

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