Derby Party Hot Brown Sliders (Print View)

Tender turkey and crispy bacon sliders on brioche, topped with creamy Mornay sauce for festive occasions.

# Components:

→ Sliders

01 - 12 brioche slider buns
02 - 12 slices roasted turkey breast
03 - 12 slices cooked bacon
04 - 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted for brushing

→ Mornay Sauce

06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
07 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
08 - 1 cup whole milk
09 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
10 - 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese or sharp white cheddar
11 - 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
16 - 1/4 cup extra Parmesan cheese optional

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk and cream while whisking until smooth and thickened, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Gruyère, Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
03 - Slice the brioche buns in half. Place the bottom halves on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Layer each bun bottom with a slice of roast turkey, a tomato slice, a spoonful of Mornay sauce, and a slice of crispy bacon.
05 - Place the bun tops on each slider. Brush tops lightly with melted butter.
06 - Sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese over the sliders if desired.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the buns are golden and the filling is warmed through.
08 - Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect party food that's easy to eat and absolutely delicious
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
  • Elegant presentation that impresses guests without complicated techniques
  • The creamy, cheesy Mornay sauce takes these sliders to gourmet level
  • Can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving
  • Captures the authentic flavors of a Kentucky classic in bite-sized form
02 -
  • Make the Mornay sauce ahead and refrigerate; gently reheat before assembling
  • Use a pastry brush to evenly distribute the melted butter on top for uniform browning
  • Let bacon drain on paper towels to prevent excess grease from making the sliders soggy
  • Slice tomatoes thin but not paper-thin—they should hold their shape during baking
  • For easier serving at parties, secure each slider with a decorative toothpick before baking
  • Keep assembled sliders covered with foil until ready to bake to prevent the buns from drying out
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