20 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
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Classic Welsh Rarebit
Traditional dish · British
A traditional and comforting Welsh Rarebit, featuring a rich, savory cheese sauce poured over toasted bread.
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Ingredients
- Cheddar cheese250g
- Ale or stout150ml
- Worcestershire sauce2 tbsp
- Mustard powder1 tsp
- Egg yolk1
- Sourdough bread4 thick slices
- Butterfor toasting
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Paprikafor garnish
Steps
- 1
Grate the cheddar cheese.
- 2
In a saucepan, combine the grated cheese, ale, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard powder.
- 3
Heat gently over a low heat, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and thick. Do not boil.
- 4
Remove from heat and stir in the egg yolk. Mix well until fully incorporated.
- 5
Toast the sourdough bread slices until golden brown.
- 6
Butter the toast lightly.
- 7
Pour the cheese sauce generously over the toasted bread.
- 8
Sprinkle with paprika and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve immediately.
