Hot Brown Panini
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic Kentucky dish reimagined with this Hot Brown Panini recipe. Perfectly roasted turkey breast is layered with crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and a rich, velvety homemade cheese sauce infused with cheddar, Parmesan, and a hint of Dijon mustard. All of this is sandwiched between slices of crusty bread like ciabatta or sourdough, then toasted to golden perfection in a panini press or skillet. This easy-to-make recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time and delivers a satisfying, cheesy crunch with every bite. Serve it warm with extra cheese sauce for dipping, and watch this elevated sandwich become the star of your weeknight dinner or casual lunch lineup. Keywords: Hot Brown Panini, turkey panini recipe, cheese sauce, bacon sandwich, panini ideas, easy lunch recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Roasted turkey breast
- 4 slices Crusty bread (ciabatta or sourdough)
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 slices Crispy cooked bacon
- 4 pieces Tomato slices
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil or butter (for toasting)
Instructions
Begin by making the cheese sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in 1 tablespoon of flour and cook for about 1 minute, until the mixture is bubbly and lightly golden.
Slowly whisk in 1 cup of milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat a panini press, griddle, or heavy skillet over medium heat.
Assemble the sandwiches: Lay out the bread slices. Spread a thin layer of the cheese sauce on one side of each bread slice.
On two slices of bread, layer 4 ounces of roasted turkey per sandwich, 2 slices of tomato, and 2 slices of crispy bacon. Drizzle a bit more cheese sauce over the top of the fillings.
Top with the second slice of bread, cheese sauce side facing down.
Brush the outer sides of the sandwiches with olive oil or softened butter.
Place the sandwiches in the preheated panini press or skillet. If using a skillet, press the sandwiches down with a heavy pan or spatula. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side (or until golden and crispy) if using a skillet, or 5-7 minutes in a panini press.
Once the bread is crisp and golden, and the cheese is melted, remove the sandwiches from the heat.
Let the panini rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve warm with extra cheese sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.2 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.4 g | 232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 291 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 5488 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.6 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 104.7 g | 209% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 962 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2575 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
