Description
A delightful blend of gooey cheese sauce poured over crispy, golden bread, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of thick, crusty bread (sourdough or whole grain)
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and whisk in the flour to create a roux for about a minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the grated cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard until melted and season with salt and pepper.
- Toast the bread well, then pour the cheese mixture over the top.
- Broil until bubbly and golden, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Notes
Toast the bread well for a crispy base. Adjust cheese and sauces based on family preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheesy toast, Irish Rarebit, comfort food, quick meals, family dinner