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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
1 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons butter
4 slices toast

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

Make the Mornay sauce using heavy cream instead of milk.

2

Prepare buttery sweet toast.

3

Layer the sauce over the toast.

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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