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welsh-rarebit

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Welsh Rarebit is a traditional British dish that consists of a savory sauce made from melted cheese and various other ingredients served hot over slices of toasted bread. The cheese sauce typically includes ingredients like ale, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Cayenne pepper. Despite its name, the dish does not contain rabbit meat and the term 'rarebit' is a corruption of 'rabbit'. The dish, which originated in Wales, has been a staple of British cuisine since the 18th century.

porter beer

sharp cheddar

butter

salt

flour

heavy cream

worcestershire sauce

hot sauce

dijon mustard

rye bread

black pepper

Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1/2 cup porter beer

  • 3/4 cup heavy cream

  • 1 1/2 cups (about 6 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar

  • 2 drops hot sauce

  • 4 slices toasted rye bread


Instructions:

  1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and whisk in the flour. Cook, whisking constantly for 2 to 3 minutes, being careful not to brown the flour.

  2. Whisk in mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add beer and whisk to combine.

  3. Pour in cream and whisk until well combined and smooth. Gradually add cheese, stirring constantly, until cheese melts and sauce is smooth; this will take 4 to 5 minutes. Add hot sauce.

  4. Pour over the toasted rye bread, and serve immediately.