WELSH RAREBIT (RABBIT)

Welsh Rarebit (Rabbit) image

Provided by Geoffry Le Cher

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

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.