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Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders

These sliders are a delicious twist on a classic dish, combining savory turkey, creamy cheese sauce, and crispy bacon all in a sweet Hawaiian roll. Perfect for gatherings and incredibly easy to prepare!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 sliders 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk, room temperature
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • ¼ cup 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
  • 810 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Instructions

  • Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour to form a roux.
  • Slowly add milk, whisking to avoid lumps, then season and thicken the sauce.
  • Stir in shredded cheeses until melted and smooth.
  • Mix melted butter, garlic salt, parsley, and salt for topping.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish.
  • Layer bottom rolls, turkey, tomatoes, cheese sauce, and bacon.
  • Top with the other half of the rolls and brush with the butter mixture.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes, then bake uncovered for 5 more minutes.
  • Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Using fresh turkey elevates the flavor of the sliders.
Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
For added flavor, try substituting turkey with rotisserie chicken.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg