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Monday, February 7, 2011

Shape Up Series: Tuna Sandwich Snackers

By: Finance Foodie

And I' m back!...Back on track that is! Stemming from the disastrous week previous (and the extra pressure of looking my best for the upcoming Mercedes Benz Fashion Week), I was uber motivated to eat well and exercise this week, despite it being busy season at work and added stress over attending grad school next fall. Two pats on the back, this is one for the record books!! And the results you ask?...

Height: 5'1''
Goal Weight: 130lbs
Week 1: 140lbs (Starting Point)
Week 2: 138lbs
Week 3: 137lbs
Week 4: 136lbs
Week 5: 137lbs (HORRORS!)
Week 6: 134lbs (YEAH BABY - 4 more lbs to go!)

Goal Body Fat: 20.0%
Week 1: 25.0%
Week 2: 24.0%
Week 3: 24.0%
Week 4: 23.5%
Week 5: 24.2% (DOUBLE HORRORS!)
Week 6: 23.2% (WOOT!)

Exercise Plan (and actual results in red)
Day 1: 45 minutes on the elipitcal trainer, level 5 – Check!
Day 2: 30 minutes on the recumbent bicycle, level 7; 30 minutes weight training using 5lb to 8lb weights – Check!
Day 3: 45 minutes on the treadmill, speed 3.5, incline 2.0 – Check!
Day 4: 30 minutes on the recumbent bicycle, level 7; 30 minutes weight training using 5lb to 8lb weight – Check!
Day 5: 30 minutes on the elipitcal trainer, level 5; 10 minutes on the recumbent bicycle, level 7 – Check!
Day 6 &7: Rest – An Easy Check!

This week, I want to share with you another one of my "meal-ious snacks" (definition: a snack that feels like a meal but contains an appropriate snack-level calorie count) that helped me in my weight loss goal this week was a semi-homemade invention I liked to call the Tuna Sandwich Snacker. Using the Alexia Foccacia bread (sent to me by Foodbuzz) and the Tonnino Oregano Tuna (sent to me by Tonnino), I made a super simple to make snack-sized sandwich that tasted like another lunch! And the best part? Only 200 calories per sandwich -- now that's something I can chew on (and swallow)!

FF's Tuna Sandwich Snacker
Calories: 200 / sandwich
Eco-friendly Tuna Served on an Eco-Friendly Hefty Basic Paper Plate!
Using a toaster oven, bake frozen foccacia bread for 7-8 minutes or until crispy on the outside. Slice in half and fill with 2oz Tonnino Tuna oregano fillet. Enjoy!

***Giveaway***
Congrats #19 - 2KidsBlogger! 

Tonnino Tuna is a new, gourmet tuna brand that is healthy, environmentally- friendly, and delicious! Besides tasting great, Tonnino Tuna is also low in saturated fat and is an excellent source of protein, minerals, thiamin, selenium, vitamin B6, and Omega 3 fatty acids. I love using Tonnino Tuna in my tuna sandwiches (ummm Starkist - no thanks!) and I want to give one of my readers their very own deluxe Tonnino tuna pack to try. One reader will receive one gift packaged ready set of three different flavored tuna jars: Original, Olive Oil, and Garlic.
There are THREE ways to enter 
1. REQUIRED: In my comments section, tell me is your favorite way to eat tuna fish? (Mine is in a sandwich like seen above!). Also please include your email address so I can contact you if you win!
2. Follow Finance Foodie on Twitter (leave separate comment telling me this)
3. Reblog / Retweet this giveaway (leave separate comment telling me this)

Contest ends Wednesday, February 9, 2011 at 5pm EST. Winners will be chosen via random integer generator on random.org announced on the financefoodie.com site shortly afterwards that night! 

Disclosure: Tonnino Tuna provided me with the prize pack for the giveaway. Foodbuzz sent me a coupon to try the foccacia rolls.

100 comments:

  1. slb3334February 7, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    I like tuna melts.

    slb3334@gmail.com

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  2. Fun and Fearless in BeantownFebruary 7, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    I'm a big fan of tuna salad!

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  3. Fun and Fearless in BeantownFebruary 7, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    I obviously follow you on Twitter - @Funfearlessbean

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  4. MOMFOREVERANDEVERFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    like toasting the bread and topping mrs.mommyyatgmail

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  5. Jill Myrick (jsc123)February 8, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    My favorite ways to eat tuna are Grilled tuna steaks and tuna melts.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

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  6. Jill Myrick (jsc123)February 8, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    I am following via Twitter as jlsc123.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    My favorite is a tuna fish sandwich on whole wheat bread.

    rhoneygtn at yahoo dot com

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:50 AM

    Follow you on Twitter; rhoneygee

    rhoneygtn at yahoo dot com

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  9. BethFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    My favorite is tuna and crackers. It was always a treat when I was growing up and I still love it. Take some saltines, put a layer of mayonnaise on each, and top with tuna. Delicious! It does, however, have the unfortunate side effect of attracting an attentive audience of cats.

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  10. freddieFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:24 AM

    I love a good tuna fish sandwich with slices of bread & butter pickles on top. dwelchert@yahoo.com

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  11. freddieFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:34 AM

    I tweeted giveaway. http://twitter.com/#!/flipper211/status/34877060115726336 dwelchert@yahoo.com

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  12. kakiharaFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:54 AM

    I love a good tuna melt I use chipotle mayo(made from olive oil mayo) mixed in with my tuna I like aflavorful aged cheddar and a crust sour dough bread. My husband likes his tuna on a salad--carbs aren't his friends so he can't have bread. I usually use an organic baby spinach (from trader joes)dress the spinach with a spicy Italian dressing then add a sliced hard boiled egg, some avocado, a little blue cheese then drain the tuna and place it on top ---he loves it.
    kakihararocks@gmail.com

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    HORTON111@AOL.COM

    I LIKE A TUNA HOAGIE OR A TUNA SALAD SANDWICH

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  14. aricczonaFebruary 8, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    I love tuna tossed in a pasta salad.

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  15. RosaFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    Tuna is one of my favorite foods because it's so good and it's very convenient to eat straight from the jar or with rice or as a sandwich. I love to eat tuna with a fresh salad. The tuna give the salad a lot of flavor so that I don't even need to use dressing.

    rosaphillips2003(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  16. llinda29February 8, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Tuna with mayo is my fave

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  17. AB SmithFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    def tuna sammie is the way to go!

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  18. AB SmithFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    http://twitter.com/2kidsblogger/status/34988554610286592

    tweet

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  19. AB SmithFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    i follow you on twitter - 2kidsblogger

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  20. calvadFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    My favorite way to eat tuna is in a tuna salad sandwich! I like to add mayo and shredded carrots to the mixture. calvad at aol dot com

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  21. speck135lesFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    i love tuna salad on rye bread with scads of pickles and crunchy peppercinnis on the side and ill bet it would rock my world if i used tonninos tuna to do it with thanks for reading speck135les@yahoo.com

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  22. Jenn S.February 8, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    I love tuna salad on toasted wheat bread with lettuce and tomato.

    jas8929 at gmail dot com

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  23. Jenn S.February 8, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Follow Finance Foodie on Twitter: jashelep

    jas8929 at gmail dot com

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  24. sksweepsFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Depending on my mood, it's either in a sandwich, or on a big salad!

    sksweeps (at) earthlink (dot) net

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  25. marcia gossFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    My favorite way to eat tuna is to make tuna salad, with pickles, celery and lite mayo.
    marcia.goss@gmail.com

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  26. marcia gossFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    I follow you on Twitter @mgoss123.
    marcia.goss@gmail.com

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  27. marcia gossFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Tweet.
    http://twitter.com/#!/mgoss123/status/35044719713062912
    marcia.goss@gmail.com

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  28. MonicaFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    I like tuna salad sandwiches. Yum!

    Thanks!

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    I like making tuna pasta salad.
    mromo55@gmail.com

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  30. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    I like tuna salad with lettuce and tomatoes. JD

    SamenenD@aol.com

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  31. UnknownFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    my favorite is a recipe where you make pie crust like dough and spoon some seasoned tuna into it, fold and seal it and then bake... really tasty either hot or cold! I think they are called Tuna Turnovers.

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    I like to crumble tuna on fresh spinach salad.

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  33. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    I like tuna fish salad with lettuce and tomatoes. JD

    SamneneD@aol.com

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  34. AileenFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    I like tuna in salads.
    arobimom at gmail dot com

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  35. AileenFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    http://twitter.com/#!/monkeygrl59/status/35097213512187904. Tweet.
    arobimom at gmail dot com

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  36. KimberlyFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    I like to eat tuna right out of the can or over a salad.
    kirbycolby at gmail dot com

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  37. KimberlyFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    I follow you on twitter @Aerated.
    kirbycolby at gmail dot com

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  38. KimberlyFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    I retweeted. Thank you!
    http://twitter.com/Aerated/status/35098404509974528
    kirbycolby at gmail dot com

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  39. Hyosun LeeFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    In my Kim Bap (Korean Sushi!)

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  40. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Mom's Tuna Casserole that my Brother makes now!

    theyyyguy@yahoo.com

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  41. Carrie KFebruary 8, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    I like to make tuna salad, with celery and cayenne pepper, and put it in pita bread.

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  42. valerie2350February 8, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    on an english muffin with melty swiss cheese

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  43. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Beside the usual sandwich, I make an Italian pasta dish maromatomg tuna with olive oil and lemon juice, red onion, parsley, and tossed in pasta. so good.

    zameta3 at gmail dot com

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  44. ~ Cee ~February 8, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    It's not the healthiest, but an indulgence is a tuna melt. Good toasted whole grain bread, tuna mixed with mayo, and sharp cheddar. Yum!
    ceevegnashville [at] gmail [dot] com

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  45. ranya112February 8, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    I usually like tuna in tuna salad. What goes into it may vary though
    iridia718 at gmail dot com

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  46. kayte71February 8, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    I like to put tuna in an avocado half!
    kaytewatts AT aol DOT com

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  47. kayte71February 8, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    http://twitter.com/#!/kayte71/status/35172853280276480
    kaytewatts AT aol DOT com

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  48. hiann88February 8, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    I love a good tuna casserole.

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  49. hiann88February 8, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    I follow Finance Foodie on Twitter.

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  50. hiann88February 8, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    http://twitter.com/hiann88/status/35173212853637120

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  51. hity88February 8, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    I like my tuna on a sandwich (whole wheat) with lettuce, mayo, and sliced boiled eggs.

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  52. hity88February 8, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    I follow Finance Foodie on Twitter.

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  53. hity88February 8, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    http://twitter.com/hity88/status/35173711841591296

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  54. Derk ThomasFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    sandwich - relish, greek yogurt, and tuna on a bun

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  55. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    My favorite way is with pasta, white beans, and olive oil. Yum!

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  56. debdennyFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    A tuna sandwich is best but do enjoy it cooked with macaroni

    debdenny at centurytel.net

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  57. theolottoFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    In a sandwich between 2 slices of toast.

    theolotto@yahoo.com.au

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  58. theolottoFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    Email subscriber.

    theolotto@yahoo.com.au

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  59. ShesAnAngelFebruary 9, 2011 at 2:26 AM

    My fave way to eat Tuna is in a pita pocket, that's just delicious :D

    justine417@comcast.net

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  60. ShesAnAngelFebruary 9, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    I'm following you via twitter

    shesanangel417
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  61. ShesAnAngelFebruary 9, 2011 at 2:28 AM

    I tweeted

    http://twitter.com/#!/ShesAnAngel417/status/35238555055951872

    justine417@comcast.net

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  62. slehanFebruary 9, 2011 at 2:50 AM

    I like a good tuna fish casserole.
    Thanks for the contest.

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  63. slehanFebruary 9, 2011 at 2:55 AM

    http://twitter.com/slehan/status/35245155590078464

    forgot to leave email (tho it's in my profile)

    slehan at juno dot com

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  64. clc408February 9, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    I like it lots of ways, but especially tossed with pasta, olive oil, garlic and parsley.

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  65. clc408February 9, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Tweet:
    http://twitter.com/clc408/status/35314896757325824

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  66. pmjFebruary 9, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Nothing like a good tuna sandwich! My fav!
    pjames330 at aol dot com

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  67. kimblyFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Simple tuna salad, green onions with a splash of lemon juice in a lettuce cup


    kimbly at g mail dot com

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  68. CarolFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Sounds great. Can't wait until that tuna is available around here. I also like being able to conveniently make them in the toaster oven.

    ToasterandConvectionOvens.com

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  69. RachelFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    I like tuna fish sandwiches

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  70. samf36February 9, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    MMM looks like great stuff. I like tuna melts on sour dough bread.

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  71. susitravlFebruary 9, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    I like Tuna any way - tuna salad, tuna casserole...
    susitravl(at)gmail(dot)com

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  72. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    My favorite way to eat tuna is in a sandwich. garrettsambo@aol.com

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  73. UnknownFebruary 9, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    tuna with mayo, cream cheese and bacon
    yummmmmmmmmm
    cindy0462@gmail.com

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  74. SusanFebruary 9, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    tuna melts are delicious! suelee1998 @ gmail.com

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  75. JudyZFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    I love tuna mixed with Hellmann's mayo

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  76. JudyZFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    I follow on Twitter
    @potlicker26

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  77. NancyFebruary 9, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    I like tuna salad over greens.

    Nancy
    allibrary (at) aol (dot) com

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  78. CrystalFebruary 9, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    I like just regular tuna or tuna steaks.

    cyclona66 at aol dot com

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  79. esldiane@gmail.comFebruary 9, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    My fave way to eat tuna is grilled with a dab of oil...however, I usually have it in a casserole.
    diane Baum
    esldiane@gmail.com

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  80. susansmoaksFebruary 9, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    i like tuna salad
    susansmoaks at gmail dot com

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  81. susansmoaksFebruary 9, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    i follow you on twitter @fdp4life
    susansmoaks at gmail dot com

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  82. susansmoaksFebruary 9, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    i tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/fdp4life/status/35414432834260992

    susansmoaks at gmail dot com

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  83. Kathy PFebruary 9, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    i like mine with diced onions and a little light mayo on wheat bread :)

    kathypease(at)gmail(dot)com

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  84. Kathy PFebruary 9, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    http://twitter.com/klp1965/status/35418127684603904

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  85. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    My fave is on a bagel thin as a sandwich.

    hebert024 at aoldot com

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  86. ezmereldaFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    I like a tuna salad with Miracle Whip, red onion and dill pickle.

    ezmerelda(AT)mail(DOT)com

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  87. Pamela SFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    I like it on salad greens with a bit of the oil, some olives, and tomatoes. YUM! Thanks so much! pamelashockley(AT)aol(DOT)com

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  88. SarahFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    My favorite way to eat tuna is on top of hard-boiled egg slices.

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  89. SarahFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    I follow on Twitter @sarohioan.

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  90. /\Heather/\February 9, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    South Beach has an awesome tuna salad that I just love. Bet it's great with that tuna!
    heatherpooh (hotmail)

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  91. /\Heather/\February 9, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Tweeted - http://twitter.com/choochoo428/status/35445000074432512
    heatherpooh (hotmail)

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  92. pridelandmamaFebruary 9, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    I like tuna sandwiches, but I cut up sweet pickles to put in mine.
    pridelandmama@hotmail.com

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  93. EmmaPeelFebruary 9, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    I like tuna mixed in my macaroni & cheese, it's so good.
    emmaspeel(at)gmail.com

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  94. ErinFebruary 9, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    My favorite way to eat tuna is in sandwich form.

    glycine.max at gmail.com

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  95. ErinFebruary 9, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    I follow you on Twitter as @one_of_three.

    glycine.max at gmail.com

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  96. Dawn ReidFebruary 9, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    My favorite is a tuna fish sandwich toasted
    mightynaynay(at)cs.com

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  97. Dawn ReidFebruary 9, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Follow Finance Foodie on Twitter
    @1naynays
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  98. carolpieFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    With mayo, no bread cause have to do low carb all the time. A dill pickle, too! This looks delicious!


    spencer1953 at gmail dot com-carol.

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  99. carolpieFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    Follow you on Twitter-dresdenrain

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  100. carolpieFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Tweet http://twitter.com/dresdenrain/status/35539352612241409

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