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Creamy Kentucky Hot Brown Recipe Easy Open-Faced Turkey Sandwich for Dinner

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A warm, satisfying open-faced turkey sandwich topped with a creamy Mornay sauce, crispy bacon, and fresh tomatoes, perfect for cozy dinners and quick meals.

Ingredients

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  • Thick slices of white sandwich bread or Texas toast
  • 6 ounces cooked turkey breast, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk, warmed
  • 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crisp
  • 2 medium tomatoes, sliced (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and arrange bacon slices in a single layer. Bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  2. Toast the bread slices until golden and slightly crispy using a toaster or broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes per side. Set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a smooth paste and smells nutty.
  4. Gradually add 1 ½ cups warm milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes, until it coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir until cheese melts and sauce is smooth. Add more milk if sauce is too thick.
  6. Place toasted bread on an oven-safe baking dish. Layer sliced turkey evenly on each piece. Pour a generous amount of warm Mornay sauce over the turkey, covering it completely.
  7. Add tomato slices on top, then crumble crispy bacon over everything.
  8. Place the assembled sandwiches under a preheated broiler for 3-5 minutes until the sauce bubbles and browns slightly. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley or chives, and serve immediately.

Notes

Whisk constantly to avoid lumps in the sauce. Use freshly sliced turkey breast for best texture. Serve immediately after broiling to prevent soggy bread. Bacon can be cooked ahead and stored. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and bread. For dairy-free, use dairy-free butter and plant-based milk with nutritional yeast.

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