Authentic Kentucky Hot Brown Recipe

Name: Authentic Kentucky Hot Brown Recipe
Total time: 35 mins
Ingredients: 0.5 cup butter; 0.5 cup all-purpose flour; 3 cups milk; 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 1 egg, beaten; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 8 slices white bread, toasted; 2 pounds sliced roasted turkey; 1 tomato, thinly sliced; salt and pepper to taste; 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 8 slices crispy bacon

The Hot Brown sandwich: a delicious broiled, open-face creation featuring turkey, bacon, tomato, and a rich cheese sauce. Originating from the Brown Hotel in Louisville, KY, this recipe is adapted from local restaurant versions. It's the perfect way to repurpose Thanksgiving turkey, and a beloved tradition for many.

Total time35 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time20 mins
Yield4

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Instructions

Prepare the cheese sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, cooking until lightly browned. Gradually whisk in milk, ensuring no lumps form; bring to a boil, stirring continuously. Incorporate Parmesan cheese, then stir in beaten egg to thicken. Remove from heat and blend in cream.
Preheat your oven's broiler to high.
Assemble the Hot Browns: For each sandwich, place two toast slices in an individual-sized casserole dish. Top with a generous portion of roasted turkey and tomato slices. Season with salt and pepper, then spoon the prepared cheese sauce over each. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Broil until golden brown and bubbly, approximately 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and garnish each sandwich with two bacon slices arranged in a cross shape.

Nutrition

Calories: 974 kcal
Fat Content: 47 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sugar Content: 12 g
Sodium Content: 990 mg
Protein Content: 85 g
Cholesterol Content: 316 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 48 g
Saturated Fat Content: 25 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g