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The Original Hot Brown Signature Sandwich at The Brown Hotel

January 26, 2014 By Nedra McDaniel 4 Comments

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I love traveling to different parts of the country and trying foods that are special to that area.

On a recent trip to Louisville, Kentucky, I knew we had to try a hot brown sandwich at the establishment where it was originally created.

The Original Hot Brown Signature Sandwich at The Brown Hotel

What is a Hot Brown Sandwich?

It’s an open-faced sandwich that was created by Fred K. Schmidt in 1926 at The Brown Hotel.

The original hot brown is served on white toast with a generous serving of Mornay sauce on top.

It also includes a slice of roast turkey and Parmesan cheese on top. The dish is oven broiled and is topped with bacon and Paprika after coming out of the oven.

Can you really go wrong with anything with bacon????

The Original Hot Brown Sandwich at The Brown Hotel

We decided to taste our first Hot Brown Sandwich at Graham’s Cafe and Bar which is the home of the Original Hot Brown Sandwich at The Brown Hotel.

The Original Hot Brown Sandwich at The Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky

If you are planning on trying the Hot Brown Sandwich, you should note that it takes about 20 minutes to make.

We had a light breakfast that morning so we dove into our dishes when we got them.  The flavors were a unique blend that was really filling.

I kept on taking bites trying to determine what my opinion was of it.  The dish was good.  I enjoyed the turkey with the sauce and bacon never disappoints.

The dish is something that your waistline would have to spread out over time.  I’m still glad we tried it but it’s definitely not a meal I could eat every day.

The Hot Brown Sandwich is such a local favorite in Louisville that other restaurants have created their spins on the original.

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There are more than 35 restaurants that offer this culinary creation.  You can even try The Hop Brown Hop to determine which version is your favorite.

The Original Hot Brown Sandwich at The Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky

After your meal, make sure that you go up to the 2nd and 3rd floor to view the incredible design detail.

The Original Hot Brown Sandwich at The Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky

The Brown Hotel was built in 1923 by millionaire J. Graham Brown.  The hotel has hosted lots of celebrities and dignitaries from all over the world over the years.

The Original Hot Brown Sandwich at The Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky

When the Ohio River flooded in 1937, witnesses at the hotel saw a rowboat paddle in one side of the hotel and out the opposite side.

The Original Hot Brown Sandwich at The Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky

A bell captain also caught a fish in the 2nd-floor lobby during the flood!

hot brown sandwich recipe

Legendary Hot Brown Recipe from the Brown Hotel

Want to try to make a Hot Brown Sandwich at home?

Ingredients (Makes Two Hot Browns):

  • 2 oz. whole butter
  • 2 oz. all-purpose flour
  • 8 oz. heavy cream
  • 8 oz. whole milk
  • 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, plus 1 tablespoon for garnish
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 14 oz. sliced roasted turkey breast
  • 2 slices of Texas toast (crusts trimmed)
  • 4 slices of crispy bacon
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced in half
  • Paprika
  • Parsley

How to Make a Hot Brown Sandwich at Home

In a two-quart saucepan, melt butter and slowly whisk in flour until combined and a thick paste (roux) forms.

Continue to cook roux for two minutes over medium-low heat, stirring frequently.

Whisk heavy cream into the roux and cook over medium heat until the cream begins to simmer about 2-3 minutes.

Remove sauce from heat and slowly whisk in Pecorino Romano cheese until the Mornay sauce is smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.

For each Hot Brown, place one slice of toast in an oven-safe dish and cover with 7 ounces of turkey.

Take the two halves of Roma tomato and set them alongside the base of turkey and toast.

Next, pour one half of the Mornay sauce to completely cover the dish. Sprinkle with additional Pecorino Romano cheese.

Place entire dish under a broiler until cheese begins to brown and bubble. Remove from broiler, cross two pieces of crispy bacon on top, sprinkle with paprika and parsley, and serve immediately.

You can also try this modified version

Where is The Brown Hotel Located?

The Brown Hotel is located at 335 West Broadway, Louisville, Kentucky 40202

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  1. sewa mobil surabaya

    April 14, 2015 at 4:33 pm

    thanks for all the info I will tell this to my friends

  2. Michael talbert

    January 2, 2015 at 12:46 am

    Your recipe for the Hot Brown Sandwich does not say when to add the milk to the mornay sauce.

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