The Best Welsh Rarebit
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4.7
The Best Welsh Rarebit
Description
This Welsh Rarebit recipe starts by combining grated cheddar cheese with egg, whole milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce to create a smooth, flavorful cheese spread. The mixture is then evenly divided and spread over toasted bread slices that have been crisped on both sides. Placing the prepared slices under a grill melts and browns the cheese topping, resulting in a warm, bubbling, and golden crust.
The texture merges the crisp toast base with a creamy, slightly tangy, and savory cheese layer. Optional seasonings like smoked paprika or cayenne can add a mild spice, while fresh herbs such as chopped chives introduce a bright contrast. Adding finely chopped spinach or grated courgette can boost the vegetable content but requires draining excess moisture to keep the toast from becoming soggy.
This dish is traditionally served as a hearty snack or light meal. It pairs nicely with simple sides or warming drinks and is especially popular as a comforting cheese toast option.
Ingredients
- 8 lice bread
- 1 egg
- 200 g cheddar cheese grated
- 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoon milk whole
Instructions
- In a bowl combine 200 g Cheddar cheese, 1 Egg, 2 tablespoon Whole milk, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard and 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce.
- Toast 8 slice Bread on both sides.
- Divide the cheese mixture between the slices and spread over.
- Put under the grill until the cheese has melted and is browned.
Notes
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika, cayenne, or a splash of hot sauce to the cheese mixture for a mild spicy kick.
- Fresh herbs like chopped chives can be stirred into the cheese topping for added freshness.
- To add vegetables, mix finely chopped spinach or grated courgette into the cheese mixture, making sure to squeeze out excess moisture to avoid sogginess.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2slices | |
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 719mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 247mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 582IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 462mg | 46% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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