Description
Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders are a mouthwatering twist on the classic open-faced sandwich, perfect for any gathering or special occasion. These sliders feature layers of tender turkey, juicy tomatoes, and crispy bacon, all smothered in a rich, homemade cheese sauce. They are not only easy to prepare but also incredibly flavorful, making them a crowd-pleaser whether you’re hosting game day or a potluck dinner. With just a few simple ingredients and quick assembly, you’ll impress your guests with this unforgettable Southern comfort food.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (245 g) whole milk (room temperature)
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup (113 g) white cheddar cheese (shredded)
- ¼ cup (25 g) parmesan cheese (grated)
- ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 package (12-count) King's Hawaiian Rolls
- 1 pound turkey breast (leftover or thickly sliced deli turkey)
- 2 medium tomatoes (sliced)
- 8–10 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter.
- Whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour until smooth.
- Gradually add 1 cup of whole milk while whisking until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in kosher salt, black pepper, ground nutmeg, white cheddar cheese, and parmesan cheese until fully melted and combined.
- Slice the King's Hawaiian Rolls in half horizontally without separating them completely.
- Place the bottom halves in a greased baking dish.
- Layer on turkey breast slices followed by tomato slices and crumbled bacon.
- Drizzle the prepared cheese sauce over the top before adding the top half of the rolls.
- Brush the tops of the rolls with the melted butter mixture.
- Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg