Parmesan Pesto Tuna Melt

2 (5 oz.) cans of white albacore tuna, water packed, drained

4 T. mayonnaise

4 T. prepared pesto

1/4 c. shredded Parmesan

2 tsp. minced garlic

salt and pepper to taste

Sliced Italian bread

Sliced tomato

Sliced Provolone

2 T. softened butter

In a medium bowl combine the tuna, mayo, pesto, parmesan, garlic and salt and pepper. Combine thoroughly.

Lay out 4-6 slices of bread. Place one slice of cheese on each piece of bread.

Top with tuna mixture.

Add tomato slices to half of the sandwich sides.

Close each pair of bread slices.

Spread the outside of the bread with butter. Place in a heated pan over medium heat.

Butter the top side of the bread. Heat until browned. Flip and brown the other side of the sandwich.

Serve warm.