Description
Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders are a scrumptious twist on the beloved open-faced sandwich, transforming it into delightful bite-sized appetizers. Perfect for any gathering—be it game day, potlucks, or family dinners—these sliders combine tender turkey, fresh tomatoes, a rich homemade cheese sauce, and crispy bacon. Each bite is a flavor-packed experience that will leave your guests raving. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these sliders effortlessly blend comfort food with Southern charm, making them an absolute must-try for food lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (12-count) King's Hawaiian Rolls
- 1 pound sliced turkey breast
- 2 medium fresh tomatoes
- 1/4 cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (245 g) whole milk (room temperature)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup (113 g) white cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/4 cup (25 g) parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 8–10 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Make the cheese sauce: Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add whole milk while whisking continuously. Stir in salt, pepper, nutmeg, cheddar, and parmesan until melted.
- Assemble the sliders: Slice rolls in half horizontally. Layer turkey and tomatoes on the bottom halves in a baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over the top and sprinkle with bacon.
- Brush tops with melted butter mixed with garlic salt; cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (82g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg