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Welsh Rarebit (Welsh Cheese Toast)

A recipe for Welsh Rarebit (Welsh Cheese Toast)! Toasted slices of bread are covered with a cheese sauce and broiled until golden.
Course Main
Cuisine Welsh
Keyword beer, bread, cheddar, cheese, toast, Wales, Welsh
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8 Toasts

Ingredients

  • 8 slices bread
  • 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons (16 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup (160 milliliters) beer
  • 2 teaspoons (10 milliliters) mild mustard
  • 2 teaspoons (10 milliliters) Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces (227 grams) Cheddar cheese shredded
  • Chopped fresh herbs for topping, optional

Instructions

  • Toast the slices of bread on each side using a toaster or broiler.
  • In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the flour and cook until golden.
  • Slowly whisk in the beer and continue to whisk until the mixture thickens.
  • Mix in the mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to season.
  • Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheese. Whisk until melted and smooth. Adjust seasonings to taste and remove from heat.
  • Place the toasted slices of bread on a rimmed baking sheet. Cover with the cheese sauce, using a spatula or spoon to gently push the sauce to cover the whole surface.
  • Place under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly and turns golden in spots.
  • Serve immediately, topped with fresh herbs if desired.