Indulge in the delightful Kentucky Hot Brown, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This iconic open-faced sandwich boasts a toasted bread base, layered with tender turkey or chicken, crisp bacon, a creamy Mornay sauce, and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. Perfectly broiled to achieve a golden-brown crust, the Kentucky Hot Brown is a symphony of savory and creamy flavors, complemented by a hint of smokiness from the bacon. Accompanying this delectable sandwich are three enticing recipes: a classic Mornay sauce, a simplified version for those short on time, and a luscious tomato soup that pairs perfectly with the Hot Brown. Embark on a culinary journey and relish the comforting goodness of this timeless dish, whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking a taste of Kentucky's culinary heritage.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
KENTUCKY HOT BROWNS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Rub entire breast with butter and season with salt and pepper. Place in a small roasting pan and roast for 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to 350 degrees F and continue roasting until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 155 degrees F, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Remove from the oven, loosely tent with foil and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
- Melt butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the milk, bring to a boil and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened and the flour has cooked out, about 4 to 5 minutes. Whisk in cheese and cook until the cheese has melted. Season with nutmeg and salt and pepper, to taste.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk and salt in a medium bowl. Dip each slice of bread in the mixture and let sit about 30 seconds, or until completely soaked through.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of oil in a large nonstick saute pan over medium-high heat. Cook 4 slices of the bread at a time until golden brown on both sides. Remove and place on a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining bread.
- For assembly:
- Preheat broiler. Place the egg bread on a baking sheet, place under the broiler and heat on both sides for 20 seconds just to warm through.
- Top each slice of bread with 2 to 3 slices of turkey and 2 slices of tomato, ladle sauce over the top and divide the cheddar cheese and Parmesan over the top of each slice. Place under the broiler and cook until bubbly and the top is golden brown. Remove from the oven, top each slice with 2 slices of bacon and sprinkle each slice with chives and parsley.
KENTUCKY HOT BROWN
Make and share this Kentucky Hot Brown recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Millereg
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
- Melt butter in a skillet and then stir in flour.
- Gradually add milk and bouillon; cook until thickened.
- Add cheese and stir until cheese is melted; remove from heat.
- Put toast in flat baking dish and then put turkey and ham on toast.
- Spoon cheese sauce over meat and bake for 10 minutes.
- Top with bacon and tomato slices; bake 5 minutes more.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and paprika before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 509.4, Fat 30.2, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 120.9, Sodium 460.1, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2, Protein 32.5
AUTHENTIC KENTUCKY HOT BROWN
I was raised in Kentucky, and this is as close to the original recipe (from the Brown Hotel in Louisville) as I've ever tasted. You can substitute cheddar cheese if you like, but the swiss makes it more like the original dish.
Provided by getoutofmygalley
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk, slowly cooking for about 4-5 minutes. Whisk in cram and milk and continue to heat. Whisk in cheese, slowly, until melted. SEason with salt and pepper. Simmer for about half an hour (sauce will be thick).
- Quarter the toast and place in 6" ramekins, or any oven-safe dish. Top with turkey and tomatoes. Cover with the sauce (be generous, it's good!). Bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes or so.
- Garnish with bacon slices and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1993.8, Fat 157.4, SaturatedFat 90, Cholesterol 510.8, Sodium 2293, Carbohydrate 90.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.3, Protein 55.7
KENTUCKY HOT BROWN
I grew up on this, my state sandwich. It is the defintion of comfort food. In my travels it shocks me that so few people outside of Kentucky are familiar with it. If your not, you must try it
Provided by GingerlyJ
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat broiler.
- Place the egg bread on a baking sheet, place under the broiler, and heat on both sides for 20 seconds just to warm through.
- Top each slice of bread with 2 to 3 slices of turkey, ladle sauce over the top, and divide the Cheddar and Parmesan over the top of each slice. Place under the broiler and cook until bubbly and the top is golden brown. Remove from the oven and top each slice with 2 slices tomato and 2 slices of bacon. Sprinkle each slice with parsley and serve immediately, 2 open-face sandwiches per person.
- Egg-battered Bread:.
- 4 large eggs.
- 1/4 cup milk.
- Salt.
- 8 (1/2-inch thick) slices 1 day-old white bread, such as Pullman or Pain de mie.
- 4 tablespoons butter.
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, and salt in a medium bowl. Dip each slice of bread in the mixture and let sit about 30 seconds, or until completely soaked through.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of oil in a large nonstick saute pan over medium-high heat. Cook 4 slices of the bread at a time until golden brown on both sides. Remove and place on a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining butter, oil, and bread.
- Maple-Bourbon Roast Turkey Breast:.
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup.
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
- 2 tablespoons bourbon.
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- 1 (4 to 5-pound) turkey breast.
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Whisk together syrup, mustard, and bourbon in a small bowl and season with salt and lots of freshly ground black pepper. Set glaze aside.
- Rub entire turkey breast with butter and season with salt and pepper. Place in a small roasting pan and roast for 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to 350 degrees F and continue roasting until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 155 degrees F, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours. During the last 15 minutes of roasting, brush the breast with the glaze. Remove from the oven, loosely tent with foil and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
- Cheese Sauce:.
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter.
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour.
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk.
- 3/4 cup grated sharp white Cheddar.
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan.
- Pinch freshly grated nutmeg.
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Melt butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the milk, bring to a boil and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened and the flour has cooked out, about 4 to 5 minutes. Whisk in cheese and cook until melted. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper, to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.4, Fat 31.6, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 66, Sodium 648.6, Carbohydrate 0.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 14.7
KENTUCKY HOT BROWN WW
Entered for safe-keeping. From WW's "Simply the Best All American". About 7 "thingies" per serving. Add a tossed salad for a quick dinner.
Provided by KateL
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 12m
Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- MAKE THE SAUCE:.
- Combine the milk and flour in a small saucepan.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and comes to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, the mustard, and pepper sauce.
- MAKE THE SANDWICH:.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Place the toast into 4 individual casserole or ovenproof dishes.
- Arrange the tomato slices on the bread, then top with the sliced turkey breast.
- Spoon some sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese.
- Place the dishes on a baking sheet and broil, 5 inches from the heat, until the sandwiches are hot and the sauce begins to brown in spots.
- Top each sandwich with 2 pieces of the turkey bacon.
KENTUCKY HOT BROWN
Chef Fred K. Schmidt at the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, created The Hot Brown sandwich in 1926. In the 1920s, the Brown Hotel drew over 1,200 guests each evening for its dinner dance. The band would play until late, and when the band took bread, around midnight; people would retire to the restaurant for a bite to eat. Bored with the traditional ham and eggs, Chef Schmidt, delighted his guests by creating the Hot Brown.
Provided by Dropbear
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
- Gradually add flour, stirring constantly, until smooth and free from lumps.
- Gradually stir in milk until sauce comes to a gentle boil, stirring constantly; remove from heat.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and well blended.
- In a small bowl, beat egg.
- Gradually add 1 cup of hot cheese sauce, 1/3 cup at a time, to the egg, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add egg mixture to remaining sauce, stirring constantly until well blended; add salt and pepper to taste.
- Fold in whipped cream.
- For each Hot Brown sandwich, place two slices of toasted bread on a metal (or flameproof) dish.
- Cover the toast with a liberal amount of turkey.
- Pour a generous amount of sauce over the turkey.
- Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese.
- Place entire dish under a broiler until the sauce is speckled brown and bubbly.
- Remove from broiler, sprinkle with diced pimientos, cross two pieces of bacon over the top, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 764.6, Fat 40.2, SaturatedFat 21.8, Cholesterol 239.7, Sodium 910.4, Carbohydrate 44.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.3, Protein 53.9
Tips:
- Use a good quality bread. A hearty, crusty bread will hold up better to the other ingredients and won't get soggy.
- Don't skimp on the cheese. The cheese is what really makes the Hot Brown special, so use a good quality cheese that melts well.
- Make sure the turkey is cooked through. This is especially important if you are using deli turkey, as it can sometimes contain harmful bacteria.
- If you don't have mornay sauce, you can make a simple béchamel sauce instead. Just melt some butter in a saucepan, whisk in some flour, and then slowly add milk while whisking constantly. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened.
- Feel free to get creative with your toppings. You can add a fried egg, bacon, or avocado to your Hot Brown. You can also use different types of cheese, such as cheddar or Gruyère.
Conclusion:
The Kentucky Hot Brown is a delicious and unique sandwich that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover turkey. With its rich and creamy sauce, melted cheese, and crispy bread, the Hot Brown is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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