Grilled Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich

Introduction

Combining juicy seared turkey, crispy bacon, and rich cheese sauce, this Kentucky Hot Brown is a backyard grilling masterpiece. Cooking entirely on the Arteflame grill enhances its flavors, making each bite smoky, buttery, and delicious. Perfect for entertaining or treating yourself to something extraordinary.

Ingredients

• 1 lb turkey breast, sliced thick
• 4 slices thick-cut bacon
• 4 slices Texas toast or thick bread
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 small tomato, sliced
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Arteflame Grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins.
2. Place the soaked napkins in the center of the Arteflame grill.
3. Stack firewood over the napkins and light them.
4. Let the grill heat up for about 20 minutes until the center reaches 1,000°F.

Step 2: Cook the Bacon

1. Place bacon strips on the flat cooktop griddle near the center for a crispy finish.
2. Cook until golden and crispy, then set aside.

Step 3: Sear and Cook the Turkey

1. Place the turkey slices on the center grill grate for a high-temperature sear.
2. Sear for about 2 minutes per side, locking in juices.
3. Move the turkey to the outer flat cooktop to finish cooking to an internal temperature of 155°F.
4. Remove from the grill and let rest as it will continue cooking to 165°F.

Step 4: Toast the Bread

1. Butter each slice of Texas toast and place it on the griddle.
2. Toast until golden brown and crisp, then remove.

Step 5: Make the Cheese Sauce

1. On the flat cooktop, melt butter and mix in the heavy cream.
2. Slowly stir in the shredded cheddar, Parmesan, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Keep stirring until the sauce thickens, then remove from heat.

Step 6: Assemble the Hot Brown

1. Place a toasted bread slice onto a serving plate.
2. Layer with grilled turkey and a slice of tomato.
3. Spoon a generous amount of cheese sauce over the sandwich.
4. Top with crispy bacon.
5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Tips

• Use high-quality turkey breast for the best flavor.
• Let meat rest before slicing to preserve juiciness.
• Adjust cheese sauce consistency by adding more cream if needed.
• Cook bacon at a medium heat zone to prevent burning.

Variations

• Spicy Hot Brown: Add diced jalapeños to the cheese sauce and sprinkle with cayenne pepper.
• BBQ Hot Brown: Brush turkey with BBQ sauce before grilling for a smoky twist.
• Brie & Turkey Hot Brown: Swap cheddar for melted brie and add cranberry sauce.
• Mushroom & Swiss Hot Brown: Sauté mushrooms on the griddle and top with Swiss cheese.
• Pesto Hot Brown: Spread basil pesto on the toast before adding toppings.

Best Pairings

• Sweet potato fries
• Grilled corn on the cob
• Green bean almondine
• Kentucky bourbon
• Iced sweet tea

Conclusion

Combining juicy seared turkey, crispy bacon, and rich cheese sauce, this Kentucky Hot Brown is a backyard grilling masterpiece. Cooking entirely on the Arteflame grill enhances its flavors, making each bite smoky, buttery, and delicious. Perfect for entertaining or treating yourself to something extraordinary.