Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders, a creative spin on the classic open-faced sandwich. These bite-sized appetizers feature tender turkey, juicy tomatoes, crispy bacon, and a rich homemade cheese sauce, all nestled within soft Hawaiian rolls. Perfect for game days, potlucks, or family dinners, these sliders deliver an irresistible combination of comfort and flavor that will impress guests at any gathering. With minimal prep time and a straightforward cooking process, you can whip up this scrumptious dish in no time. Serve them warm as a hearty appetizer or main course and watch them disappear!
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, melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour until combined.
- Gradually add 1 cup of whole milk while whisking; stir in ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and mix in 1 cup of white cheddar cheese and ¼ cup of parmesan cheese until melted.
- Slice the King's Hawaiian Rolls horizontally; layer turkey, tomatoes, and bacon in a baking dish.
- Pour cheese sauce over the layers; brush top with melted butter mixed with garlic salt and parsley.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg