Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwiches – Easy Turkey & Bacon Recipe

Introduction

The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich is a classic comfort-food favorite featuring toasted sourdough bread layered with tender turkey, juicy tomato, crispy bacon, and a rich, creamy cheddar cheese sauce. Everything is broiled until hot and bubbly, creating an irresistible open-faced sandwich that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a hearty weekend meal.

Ingredients

For the Cheese Sauce

• 4 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• Pinch of white pepper
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Sandwiches

• 4 slices sourdough bread, toasted
• 9 oz sliced cooked turkey breast
• 1 beefsteak tomato, sliced and patted dry
• Pinch of salt
• 8 slices crispy cooked bacon

Instructions

1. Make the Cheese Sauce

Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden.

Gradually whisk in the milk and increase the heat to medium. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring often, until the mixture thickens.

Add the shredded cheddar cheese and remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and smooth.

Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, paprika, cayenne pepper, and white pepper. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

2. Assemble the Sandwiches

Place the toasted sourdough slices on a lined baking sheet.

Layer 3–4 slices of turkey onto each piece of bread, followed by 2 tomato slices. Lightly season the tomatoes with salt.

3. Add the Cheese Sauce

Generously divide the warm cheddar sauce among the sandwiches, pouring it over the turkey and tomatoes.

Top each sandwich with 2 slices of crispy bacon.

4. Broil

Set the oven to low broil and place the sandwiches underneath.

Broil for 4–7 minutes, or until the cheese sauce is bubbling and lightly golden.

Watch carefully while broiling so the sandwiches don’t burn.

5. Serve

Remove from the oven and serve piping hot while the cheese sauce is creamy and bubbly.

Conclusion

These Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwiches are the ultimate combination of creamy, cheesy, savory, and crispy flavors. The tender turkey and fresh tomato balance the rich cheddar sauce, while bacon adds the perfect finishing touch. Serve them fresh from the broiler for a comforting meal that’s sure to satisfy!