Hot Brown Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Place bread cubes in the bottom of a 2-quart casserole.
3. 3
   Top with diced turkey and set aside.
4. 4
   To make sauce: Melt butter in a large stockpot set over medium-low heat.
5. 5
   Whisk in the flour, salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Whisk hard to create a smooth, lump-free paste.
7. 7
   Continue to cook and stir for about 5 minutes, or until flour barely begins to brown.
8. 8
   Slowly whisk in half-and-half.
9. 9
   Slowly whisk in heavy whipping cream.
10. 10
    Slowly whisk in milk.
11. 11
    Continue to cook and stir until mixture bubbles.
12. 12
    Add cheese; remove from heat and stir until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth.
13. 13
    Pour sauce over bread and turkey.
14. 14
    Add topping before baking.
15. 15
    To make topping: Sprinkle bacon and tomatoes on top of sauce.
16. 16
    Top with shredded Parmesan cheese.
17. 17
    Bake 20 to 25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly.