#hotbrowns

This burger is a tasty take on the traditional Kentucky Hot Brown sandwich. It has a juicy ground turkey patty covered in a rich and cheesy Mornay sauce and bacon and tomato slices on top. This burger is rich and tasty, making it perfect for a special meal.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 4 hamburger buns. 4 slices of bacon. 4 slices of tomato. 4 slices of Swiss cheese. 2 tablespoons butter. 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour. 1 cup milk. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. 1/4 teaspoon paprika. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Cook the bacon slices in a skillet until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to create a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of milk, and continue to cook until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup of grated Pecorino Romano cheese until melted and creamy. Season the cheese sauce with 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon of paprika, 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and remove from heat. Preheat your grill or stovetop griddle over medium-high heat. Form the ground turkey into four burger patties and season with salt and pepper. Grill the turkey burgers for about 4-5 minutes per side or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165F 74C. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Swiss cheese on each burger to melt. Toast the hamburger buns on the grill until lightly browned. To assemble the burgers, place a turkey patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a slice of bacon, a slice of tomato, and a generous drizzle of the cheese sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and cover with the top half of the bun. Serve the Hot Browns Burgers immediately, and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

These open-faced sandwiches are a rich take on the classic Hot Brown. They are made with crispy bacon, tender turkey, ripe tomatoes, and a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. When grilled to perfection, they make a hearty and filling meal.

Ingredients: 4 slices thick-cut bacon. 2 tablespoons butter. 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour. 1 cup whole milk. 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg. Salt and freshly ground black pepper. 4 slices hearty white bread, toasted. 2 cups shredded cooked turkey. 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced. Paprika, for sprinkling. Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish.

Instructions: Preheat the broiler. In a medium saucepan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels, reserving the drippings in the pan. Crumble the bacon and set aside. In the same saucepan with the bacon drippings, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place the toasted bread slices on a baking sheet. Divide the shredded turkey evenly among the slices. Top each with sliced tomato and crumbled bacon. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the sandwiches, covering them completely. Sprinkle with paprika. Place the baking sheet under the broiler and broil until the cheese sauce is golden brown and bubbly, about 2 minutes. Garnish the sandwiches with chopped parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes