Welsh Rarebit
With the rich combination of mature Cheddar, dark beer, and a touch of mustard and Worcestershire sauce, this recipe brings a savory and flavorful twist to the classic cheese on toast. Indulge in the gooey deliciousness of melted cheese atop crispy wholemeal or granary bread slices, perfect for a comforting snack or a quick meal anytime of the day.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 25g/1oz butter
- 25g/1oz plain flour
- l00ml/3½fl oz strong, dark beer
- 150g/5oz mature Cheddar
- 1 free-range egg yolk
- 1 tsp English mustard
- 4 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- pinch cayenne pepper
- 4 thick slices wholemeal or granary bread
- freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to high.
- Melt the butter in a non-stick saucepan and stir in the flour. Cook over a low heat for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Slowly add the beer. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce is thick and smooth.
- Add the cheese, egg yolk, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne pepper, if using. Cook until the cheese melts, stirring constantly. Season with freshly ground black pepper and set aside to cool.
- Place the bread on a baking tray lined with aluminium foil and toast on each side until golden-brown. Spread the cheese sauce thickly over the bread, making sure the slices are completely covered so the edges donât burn. Return to the grill for 20-30 seconds longer until lightly browned and bubbling.
Cook Time
10M
Prep Time
PT30M
Yield
Serves 4
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