welsh rarebit (rabbit)

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Geoffry Le Cher
Hoover, AL

I like the cheese/beer combo. Just seems to work and play so well together. And when its for breakfast... well, all the better!

(2 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For welsh rarebit (rabbit)

  • 2 Tbsp
    unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp
    dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 2 Tbsp
    ap flour
  • 1 Tbsp
    worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp
    freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 c
    dry, stout beer (guinness)
  • 3/4 c
    heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 c
    shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 tsp
    hot sauce
  • 4
    thick sliced, toasted, sourdough bread

How To Make welsh rarebit (rabbit)

  • 1
    MAKE THE ROUX
  • 2
    In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and whisk in the flour.
  • 3
    Cook, whisking constantly for 2 to 3 minutes, being careful not to brown the flour.
  • 4
    MAKE THE SAUCE
  • 5
    Whisk in mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add beer and whisk to combine. (There will be some foaming.)
  • 6
    Pour in cream and whisk until well combined and smooth.
  • 7
    Gradually add cheese in batches, stirring constantly, until cheese melts and sauce is smooth; this will take 4 to 5 minutes. Take your time and make sure there are no lumps, then add hot sauce.
  • 8
    Pour over toast and serve immediately.
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