Shelly's Recipe

KENTUCKY HOT BROWN PANINI

Category: Sandwiches

For panini:
Thick slices of roasted turkey breast (enough for 2 large sandwiches)
4 slices thick hickory smoked bacon, cooked
4 slices Heirloom tomatoes, lightly salted and peppered and broiled in the oven
Mornay Sauce (recipe below)
4 slices thick brioche bread (pullman style, if possible)

For Mornay Sauce:
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup grated, good sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano
Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste
Dash Worcestershire Sauce

For panini:
Preheat Panini Grill. Put the heat on a lower setting at first.

Assemble the sandwich layering the bread, turkey, tomatoes, bacon and finally topping with a little Mornay Sauce and the bread.

When the grill is ready, place sandwiches on the grill for a few minutes until sandwich is warmed throughout. Turn up the heat for a few minutes, checking to make sure the bread is nicely browned and toasted. Remove and serve with additional Mornay Sauce, if desired.

For Mornay Sauce:
In a medium saucepan melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the roux is pale, about 1 minute. Do not allow it to brown. Slowly whisk in the milk and continue to whisk until the sauce thickens and comes to a boil, about 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and whisk in the grated cheeses until they have completely melted. Add salt, freshly ground white pepper and Worcestershire Sauce to taste. Serve immediately.