How to Make Original Hot Brown - A Step-by-Step Guide

The Original Hot Brown is a classic dish that originated from the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky. This open-faced sandwich is a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. With its rich and savory flavors, the Hot Brown has become a beloved favorite in the Southern United States and beyond.

The dish is traditionally made with sliced turkey, bacon, and tomatoes, smothered in a creamy Mornay sauce, and then baked until the cheese on top is golden and bubbly. The ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 8 slices white bread, toasted
  • 2 pounds sliced roasted turkey
  • 1 tomato, thinly sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 slices crispy bacon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Make sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook and stir until it begins to brown slightly. Gradually whisk in milk so that no lumps form; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Mix in Parmesan cheese and stir in beaten egg to thicken; remove from heat and stir in cream.
  • Preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Make sandwiches: For each hot brown, place two slices toast into the bottom of an individual-sized casserole dish. Cover with a liberal amount of roasted turkey and tomato slices. Season with salt and pepper; spoon sauce over top of each one and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Place the dishes under the preheated broiler and cook until speckled brown on top, about 5 minutes. Remove and arrange two slices bacon in a cross shape on top of each sandwich.
  • Nutrition

    974 cal.

    • Total Fat: 47g
    • Saturated Fat: 25g
    • Cholesterol: 316mg
    • Sodium: 990mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 85g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 509mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1135mg