Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

cream sauce

warm

3 cup

cheddar cheese

grated

0.5 pound

turkey

baked, sliced

4 slice

toast

crusts removed

8 strip

bacon

crisply cooked

4 tbsp

parmesan cheese

grated

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat broiler.

Step 2
~2 min

Prepare the cream sauce according to your chosen recipe.

Step 3
~2 min

Add grated Cheddar cheese to the warm cream sauce and stir until melted. Keep warm.

Step 4
~2 min

Place slices of baked turkey on each slice of toast.

Step 5
~2 min

Cover each sandwich with 1/4 cup of the Cheddar cheese sauce.

Step 6
~2 min

Place 2 strips of crisply cooked bacon on top of each sandwich.

Step 7
~2 min

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese on top of each sandwich.

Step 8
~2 min

Place the sandwiches on an ovenproof dish.

Step 9
~2 min

Place the dish under the broiler.

Step 10
~2 min

Broil until bubbly and speckled brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality bacon for the best flavor.

Toast the bread lightly before assembling the sandwich to prevent it from becoming soggy.

Adjust the amount of cheese sauce to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Cream sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Moderate
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with tomato soup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tomato soup
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Cultural Significance

A classic Kentucky dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Derby Day

Occasion Tags

Casual Gathering
Lunch
Derby Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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