Welsh Rabbit
Welsh Rabbit, a classic British comfort dish, is a true celebration of rich, cheesy indulgence that will elevate your toast game to new heights. This savory recipe combines sharp cheddar cheese, a splash of ale or beer, creamy milk, and a hint of Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce to create a velvety, flavorful cheese sauce. Perfectly toasted slices of sourdough or your favorite artisan bread serve as the ideal base for this decadent topping. With a quick prep and cook time of just 25 minutes, Welsh Rabbit is a nostalgic yet effortless dish that can be enjoyed as a cozy snack, a satisfying lunch, or even a crowd-pleasing appetizer at your next gathering. Sprinkled with a touch of cayenne for warmth, this dish honors its traditional roots while remaining endlessly versatile. Perfect for cheese lovers and anyone seeking comfort food at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams sharp cheddar cheese
- 30 grams unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 120 milliliters ale or beer
- 60 milliliters whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 4 pieces slices of good-quality bread (such as sourdough)
Instructions
Grate the cheddar cheese and set it aside. This helps it melt evenly in the sauce.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking for about 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the ale or beer, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Follow with the milk, adding it slowly while whisking to form a smooth sauce.
Add the grated cheddar cheese in small handfuls, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, and a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Taste the mixture and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Reduce the heat to low and keep the cheese mixture warm while you toast the bread.
Toast the slices of bread until golden brown and crisp. Optionally, you can lightly butter the toast for an extra indulgent finish.
Place the toasted bread on plates and ladle the hot cheese sauce generously over the top, letting it drip down the sides.
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cayenne or a bit of fresh parsley for decoration.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1833 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.1 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.8 g | 299% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 288 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 2875 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.6 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 77.8 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1605 mg | 123% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 435 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
