Description
Welsh Rarebit is a rich, savory twist on cheese toast, made with a creamy cheese sauce spiked with mustard and Worcestershire, then grilled to golden perfection over thick slices of toast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons whole grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices thick-sliced bread, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat your broiler or oven grill to high. Lightly toast the bread and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk for 1–2 minutes until it forms a paste.
- Slowly whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
- Remove from heat. Stir in mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and grated cheese until fully melted.
- Quickly whisk in the egg yolk until the sauce is silky.
- Spoon the cheese sauce over the toast and place under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with optional paprika or parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for a smoother melt.
- Pre-toast bread to avoid sogginess.
- Leftover sauce can be used on vegetables, potatoes, or pasta.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Welsh Rarebit, cheese toast, British comfort food, quick lunch, vegetarian recipes