Welsh Rarebit

Welsh rarebit is a classic British dish that transforms simple ingredients into a rich, savory snack.

Course Snack

Cuisine British

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings

Calories 296kcal

Author Jacqueline Bellefontaine

Equipment

Grill
small saucepan
spoon

Ingredients

200 g (7oz) cheddar cheese grated
large knob of butter
2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon English mustard powder
2 teaspoon plain flour
4 tablespoon beer stout or cider
4 slices of bread

metric - US cups

Instructions

Place 200g cheese, a large knob of butter, 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon mustard, 2 teaspoons flour and 4 tablespoons of beer into a small saucepan.
Heat gently, stirring until the cheese melts and all the ingredients blend together to form a thick paste. Allow to cool slightly.
Meanwhile toast the bread under a grill on one side. Take out of the grill and turn over.
Spread the cheese mixture over the bread and return to the grill. Cook until the cheese bubbles and turns golden brown.

Notes

Nutrition information is calculated using an online nutrition database - is approximate and is meant as a guideline only. (It does not include seasoning.)

Cook's Tip

If you don't have beer you can use milk instead but it will affect the overall flavour.

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