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Kentucky Hot Brown

Cultural Context

The Kentucky Hot Brown is an open-faced sandwich that originated at the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, in the 1920s. It was created as a late-night meal for hotel guests and has since become a regional specialty. The dish features turkey, bacon, and a creamy Mornay sauce, reflecting the Southern tradition of hearty comfort food. It is often served at gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of the American South.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 slices bacon
1 lb boneless skinless turkey
1 cup chicken and mushroom bone broth
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup American cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Pitfire hot sauce
1 teaspoon catman's grill Lone Star brisket rub
4 slices French bread
2 medium tomatoes
2 tablespoons chives

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork bacon

Turkey bacon is lower in fat.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheddar has fewer calories.

1

Preheat the wood-fired oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Place bacon on a wire rack over a pan and roast in the wood-fired oven.

3

Reheat boneless skinless turkey in a pan with 1/4 cup chicken and mushroom bone broth, covering it to warm.

4

After 10 minutes, check the bacon and spin it for even cooking.

5

Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (232°C).

6

In a preheated cast iron skillet, melt equal parts butter and flour for about 60 seconds.

7

Add warmed milk to the skillet and stir until thickened.

8

Add sharp cheddar cheese and American cheese, stirring until melted.

9

Add 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of Pitfire hot sauce, and 1 teaspoon of catman's grill Lone Star brisket rub to the cheese sauce and whisk until combined.

10

Slice 4 pieces of crusty French bread and place them in the skillet with 4 tablespoons of butter.

11

Layer the warmed turkey on top of the bread, followed by tomato slices and drizzle the cheese sauce over everything.

12

Sprinkle more sharp white cheddar cheese on top and place back in the oven for 8-10 minutes until browned.

13

Finish with crispy bacon and garnish with chives before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenbaking dishsaucepanwhisk

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Hot BrownHot Brown Sandwich

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