The Original “Hot Brown” Sandwich

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A savory open-faced sandwich featuring turkey, bacon, and a rich Mornay sauce
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The Hot Brown is a Louisville, Kentucky classic that elevates leftover turkey into a decadent, open-faced masterpiece. This recipe features a creamy, cheesy Mornay sauce made with butter, flour, milk, and Parmesan, poured over toasted bread layered with sliced turkey and crisp bacon. Broiled until bubbly and golden, it offers a comforting contrast of textures: the crunch of bacon, the softness of the toast, and the velvety sauce. Perfect for a hearty lunch or a festive holiday dinner, this dish brings warm, home-style comfort to your table with every savory bite.

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The Original “Hot Brown” Sandwich

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 1056.5

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The Hot Brown is a Louisville, Kentucky classic that elevates leftover turkey into a decadent, open-faced masterpiece. This recipe features a creamy, cheesy Mornay sauce made with butter, flour, milk, and Parmesan, poured over toasted bread layered with sliced turkey and crisp bacon. Broiled until bubbly and golden, it offers a comforting contrast of textures: the crunch of bacon, the softness of the toast, and the velvety sauce. Perfect for a hearty lunch or a festive holiday dinner, this dish brings warm, home-style comfort to your table with every savory bite.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven broiler.
  2. Fry bacon until crisp, then drain and set aside.
  3. Toast six slices of bread and place two slices in each of six ovenproof dishes.
  4. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  5. Add flour and stir until absorbed to create a roux.
  6. Gradually stir in milk and 6 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens; do not allow to boil.
  8. Remove from heat and fold in the beaten egg and whipped heavy cream.
  9. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Arrange sliced roast turkey breast on top of the toast in each dish.
  11. Pour the Mornay sauce over the turkey.
  12. Sprinkle with additional grated Parmesan cheese.
  13. Broil until the top is speckled brown and bubbling.
  14. Remove from broiler and top each sandwich with two strips of crisp bacon.
  15. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1056.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 98.5g152%
Saturated Fat 61.9g310%
Cholesterol 265.9mg89%
Sodium 1064.9mg45%
Total Carbohydrate 27.7g10%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 10.0g
Protein 17.7g36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: hot brown, sandwich, turkey, bacon, mornay sauce, cheese sauce, parmesan, open-faced, comfort food, leftover turkey, broiled, toast, classic, kentucky, dinner, lunch, cheesy, savory, holiday, easy
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