Best 20 Rarebit Recipes

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Rarebit, a classic British dish, is a delightful and versatile culinary creation that tantalizes taste buds with its rich, cheesy goodness. Whether served as a quick snack, a hearty meal, or an elegant appetizer, rarebit offers a symphony of flavors that can be tailored to suit any palate. From traditional Welsh rarebit, with its sharp cheddar and tangy Worcestershire sauce, to modern variations incorporating unique cheeses, vegetables, and herbs, this dish offers a boundless realm of culinary exploration.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

REAL WELSH RAREBIT



Real Welsh Rarebit image

A classic version of this dish was shared with me years ago. This is is my adaptation to more local ingredients. If you don't like beer, you can replace it with milk and it will still taste great. Serve over toasted bread or English muffins.

Provided by MOMFISH

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 drops hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
1 cup whole milk
½ cup beer
½ pound Cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat; blend in the flour, salt, pepper, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and hot pepper sauce; continue cooking and stirring until the mixture is smooth and bubbly, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; gradually stir in the milk; return to heat and stir continually until the mixture comes to a boil. Slowly pour in the beer; cook 1 minute more while still stirring. Melt the Cheddar cheese into the mixture in small portions until completely incorporated. Remove from heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 505.2 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

TRADITIONAL WELSH RAREBIT



Traditional Welsh Rarebit image

Brings back childhood memories of staying home with Mum and making these delicious cheese on toasts. The cheese sauce is also wonderful for topping fish or roasted veggies. Do use a heavy British or European beer.

Provided by Allyson

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup British beer
1 ½ cups heavy cream
4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
4 egg yolks
8 slices bread

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan oven low heat. Add flour and whisk for 2 to 3 minutes, being careful not to brown the flour. Whisk in Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper until very smooth. Whisk in beer. Pour in heavy cream and whisk until smooth. Add Cheddar cheese gradually, stirring constantly, until melted and smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove cheese sauce from the heat and let cool, about 5 minutes. Whisk in egg yolks.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Toast bread slices on 1 side. Arrange on a baking sheet with the untoasted side facing up. Spoon cheese sauce over the untoasted side.
  • Place under the preheated broil until bubbling and golden, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 230.5 mg, Fat 41.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, Sodium 723.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

WELSH RABBIT (RAREBIT)



Welsh Rabbit (Rarebit) image

This is my Gamommy's recipe and different enough from the other ones that I thought it should be represented. Serve over toast.

Provided by TARENELLA

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup light beer
1 egg
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground dry mustard
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, and stir the Cheddar cheese and beer into the melted butter. Cook and stir until the cheese melts, about 5 minutes, and remove from the heat.
  • Whisk together the egg, salt, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Gradually whisk the egg mixture into the cheese mixture, stirring between additions, until the egg mixture is thoroughly combined. Return the saucepan to the stove, and stir over low heat until the Welsh rabbit is hot and smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 180.4 mg, Fat 44.6 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 27.9 g, Sodium 1025.9 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

WELSH RAREBIT I



Welsh Rarebit I image

Simple and delicious. Serve this sauce over crackers.

Provided by Theresa

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hot Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 17m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ cup milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in 4 quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour, stir until the mixture becomes pasty. Stir in milk, followed by tomato soup, stirring constantly. Add Worcestershire sauce and cheese. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 485.6 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

CHEESY WELSH RAREBIT



Cheesy Welsh Rarebit image

An inexpensive but savoury dish. It may have originally been a French dish, as there are old French culinary references to "lapin gallois". When I was a child, our family had this as a bedtime snack a couple of times a week. Never tired of it.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Breakfast

Time 12m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices dense, hearty brown bread
1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
5 tablespoons dark ale (NOT beer)
2 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat a broiler.
  • Place the bread slices on a baking sheet.
  • Place under the broiler and toast, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, 30-40 seconds on each side.
  • Remove from the broiler.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cheddar and the dark ale.
  • When the cheese melts, add the butter, Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper and the cayenne, and whisk together until smoothly melted and combined, 1-2 minutes.
  • Cut each piece of toast in half, diagonally, and arrange around the edges on a flameproof platter.
  • Pour the cheese mixture over the toasts so they are covered completely.
  • Place the platter under the broiler and broil until the cheese bubbles and starts to scorch in places, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove from the broiler and serve piping hot.

TRADITIONAL WELSH RAREBIT



Traditional Welsh Rarebit image

Real Welsh rarebit has a real bite to it, which means you need a strong cheddar, sharp cheddar or mature cheddar. You can serve it by itself on white toast or add toppings to it. My personal favourite is poached egg or fresh ripe summer tomato slices. Yum!

Provided by Tea Girl

Categories     Welsh

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

225 g grated sharp cheddar cheese or 225 g grated mature cheddar cheese
3 1/2 tablespoons of good ale (don't put in here something you wouldn't drink!)
2 tablespoons English mustard, not powder
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
salt and pepper
4 slices bread

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven grill.
  • Combine cheese, ale, mustard, thyme, salt and pepper in a pot over very low heat or in a double boiler.
  • Melt, stirring occasionally, until smooth and well mixed.
  • Spread mixture on bread, and heat under the grill for about 1 minute and serve, or spread on toasted bread and eat immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.8, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 59.1, Sodium 483.8, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 17.5

POTATO, CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE WITH WELSH RAREBIT TOP



Potato, Cauliflower and Broccoli Casserole with Welsh Rarebit Top image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

4 starchy potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
2 large parsnips (about 1 pound), peeled and cubed
Salt
4 ounces softened cream cheese
1/2 to 2/3 cup milk
1/4 cup finely chopped chives
1 tablespoon horseradish
Freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg, beaten
1 head cauliflower
1 bundle broccolini, sliced into long florets
4 slices good-quality pumpernickel or white bread
1 stick butter, plus more to grease casserole dish
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon hot sauce, such as Frank's RedHot
1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard, such as Colman's
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup porter beer, at room temperature
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup beef stock
2 1/2 cups shredded extra-sharp yellow Cheddar
Chopped tomato, for garnish
Watercress, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place the potatoes and parsnips in a pot and cover with water. Salt the water, bring to a boil and cook to tender. Drain and return the vegetables to the hot pot. Mash with the cream cheese, milk, chives, horseradish, some salt and pepper and the egg. Cover and reserve in the pot.
  • Put a pot on the stove with 1/4 inch of water and bring to a boil. Remove the stem of the head of cauliflower and set it into the pot. Scatter the trimmed broccolini around and season with salt. Cover and cook to tender. Break the cauliflower into florets and drain. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Place a cooling rack over a baking sheet, arrange the bread on it and toast in the oven. Coarsely chop the bread, add it to a food processor and process into coarse breadcrumbs. Melt the butter in a saucepot over medium heat. Pour half of the butter over the crumbs to moisten them.
  • To the remaining butter, add the garlic and gently cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the hot sauce and mustard and stir to combine. Sprinkle in the flour and cook 1 minute. Whisk in the beer, Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice and cook the beer out for 30 seconds. Add the stock, bring to a bubble and thicken a minute more. Stir in the cheese in a figure-eight motion and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grease a casserole dish. Layer the potatoes and parsnips, cauliflower and broccolini, cheese sauce and breadcrumbs in the dish. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal, or bake to serve. Bake at 375 degrees F from room temperature until bubbly and golden brown, about 50 minutes.
  • Garnish with chopped tomatoes and watercress and serve

TOMATO WELSH RAREBIT



Tomato Welsh Rarebit image

Delicious lunch. Serve hot on toast points or crackers.

Provided by Hannah

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup milk, plus more if needed
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
¾ cup cubed Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch ground paprika

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat, then whisk in the flour to form a thick paste. Slowly whisk in the milk until the mixture resembles a thick sauce. Stir in the tomato soup, Cheddar cheese, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika until heated through, about 10 minutes. Add more milk if the soup becomes too thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 58.3 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 815.5 mg, Sugar 10 g

RAREBIT SAUCE



Rarebit Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 30m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

16 ounces proper beer or any brand English golden ale
24 ounces whole milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes
1/4 cup bacon fat
1 medium yellow onion, small diced
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons thyme leaves, roughly chopped
1 cup grated Irish Cheddar
1 1/2 cups crumbled blue cheese
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a large sauce pot, bring the beer and milk to a simmer (180 degrees F).
  • While you are bringing the milk and beer to a simmer, in a separate sauce pot, melt the butter and bacon fat. Once melted, add the onions and sweat until translucent. Add the flour to make the roux, making sure you stir continually so it gets nice and toasty, but doesn't burn to the bottom of the pot. De-glaze the pan with the mustard, Worcestershire sauce, white wine vinegar and thyme. By this time, the milk and beer should be ready to add to the roux. Add slowly, continually stirring to break up chunks and emulsify the mixture. Bring the mixture up to 185 degrees F and remove from the heat. Add the Irish Cheddar, blue cheese and salt and blend with an immersion blender (if you don't have an immersion blender, add the cheese while the mixture is still hot and whisk vigorously with a whisk to fully incorporate).

TOMATO-BACON RAREBIT



Tomato-Bacon Rarebit image

I've had an interest in cooking and baking since I was a young girl and love to experiment with recipes. With bacon and tomatoes, this is a tasty takeoff on a classic Welsh dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2/3 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 slices white bread, toasted
12 bacon strips, cooked and drained
2 medium tomatoes, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; add the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, pepper, paprika and cheese. Cook and stir until cheese is melted. , Place toast on plates; top each piece with three bacon strips, two slices of tomato and cheese sauce.

Nutrition Facts :

CHOWNING'S TAVERN WELSH RAREBIT W/ BEER



Chowning's Tavern Welsh Rarebit W/ Beer image

This recipe comes from Historical Williamsburg and has been adapted by Chownings for modern cooking. SOURCE : CHOWNING'S TAVERN 18TH CENTURY

Provided by Chef Shadows

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces beer, divided
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce or 1 dash cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with
4 ounces beer
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Simmer 8 ounces of the beer.
  • Stir in dissolved cornstarch solution and return to a simmer.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Add butter and cheese and stir until smooth.
  • Add all remaining ingredients.
  • Place in ovenproof serving dish.
  • Brown quickly under broiler and serve immediately over thick toast with broiled tomato wedges.
  • Note: Any cheese mixture that is left can be refrigerated and used as an excellent spread for crackers or toast.

WELSH RAREBIT



Welsh Rarebit image

Provided by Judy Joo

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield About 1 1/2 cups sauce

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 cup porter beer
1 teaspoon English mustard powder
2 or 3 dashes hot sauce, such as Tabasco
2 or 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
5 ounces sharpest Cheddar available, grated (about 2 cups)
5 ounces Stilton, crumbled (about 2 cups depending on how finely it's crumbled)
Salt and freshly grated black pepper
Long thin slices of French baguette cut on a bias
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
Cloves of garlic, halved
Thin slices tomato and diced tomatoes, for garnish
Crumbled bacon
Chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, whisking constantly, until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the beer until smooth. Whisk in the mustard, hot sauce and Worcestershire until smooth. Gradually add the cheese, alternating between the Cheddar and the Stilton, a handful at a time, whisking until smooth and creamy before adding more, 3 or 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Preheat the broiler. Arrange the bread in a single layer, brush with oil and lightly toast. Rub the oiled side of the toasts with the cut side of the garlic. Arrange tomato slices on the toasts, top with a layer of the cheese mixture and broil until the cheese is bubbly and just starting to brown, 2 or 3 minutes. Garnish with bacon, diced tomatoes and chives before serving.

WELSH RAREBIT



Welsh Rarebit image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound sharp cheddar cheese, grated (5 cups)
2 large egg yolks
1/4 cup beer
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
5 slices white bread
5 slices beefsteak tomato
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, then a wire rack. In a medium bowl, stir together cheese, egg yolks, beer, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place bread on wire rack, and place under broiler until lightly toasted on one side. Remove from broiler, and invert.
  • Divide cheese mixture evenly between the bread, pressing gently to adhere. Place tomato slices on the rack next to bread. Drizzle tomatoes with oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Return to broiler, and cook until cheese is bubbling and golden brown, about 2 minutes. Place a slice of tomato on top of each serving; serve immediately.

WELSH RAREBIT



Welsh Rarebit image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 loaf French bread
4 ounces (1 stick) butter, approximately
1/2 cup Parmesan
1 pint (2 cups) heavy cream
3 tablespoons English dry mustard
4 dashes (about 1/2 teaspoon) Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 pounds English sharp Cheddar, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Slice bread into 1/2-inch thick slices, butter each slice, sprinkle with Parmesan and place on a baking sheet. Bake until golden brown.
  • Whisk cream, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper together in a saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly and gradually adding Cheddar. Heat until flavors are integrated, cheese is melted, and mixture is thickened. Serve as a fondue in which to dip bread crisps.

WELSH RABBIT (RAREBIT) - SORT OF TOASTED CHEESE



Welsh Rabbit (Rarebit) - Sort of Toasted Cheese image

Nothing is more delicious that a well-made Welsh Rabbit, or 'rarebit'. It is easy to make but you do need to keep your eye on it! Have the toast made, and keep it warm, before you start cooking the cheese - which is best coarsely grated because it melts easily. From 'The Country Kitchen - Cheese And Biscuits' - Jean Hatfield.

Provided by Karen Elizabeth

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

375 g Mature cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
30 g butter or 30 g margarine
125 ml milk or 125 ml beer
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch cayenne powder
1 egg, lightly beaten
8 slices bread, toasted
paprika (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt the butter or margarine in the top of a double boiler over boiling water. Add the milk or beer; when this is warm, add the grated cheese.
  • With a fork, stir lightly but constantly until the cheese is melted. Season with Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt and cayenne.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat, and stir in the lightly beaten egg, which will cook in a few seconds.
  • Pour the mixture over the hot toast.
  • Sprinkle with a little paprika if liked, and serve immediately.

BOOZY CHEESE ON TOAST (WELSH RAREBIT) RECIPE BY TASTY



Boozy Cheese On Toast (Welsh Rarebit) Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: white bread, butter, mature cheddar, beer, mustard, worcestershire sauce

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 slices white bread
2 tablespoons butter
2 ½ cups mature cheddar, or a welsh farmhouse cheese if you want to be more traditional
⅓ cup beer
1 teaspoon mustard
2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Cut the centre out of a slice of bread, leaving only the thin crust in one piece - then cut that centre into smaller squares.
  • Place all of the bread along with another regular full slice on a baking tray and lightly toast under a grill for a few minutes.
  • Melt the butter in a pot on a medium-low heat, then add the cheese. Stir it all in until everything is melted.
  • Gradually add the beer bit by bit, stirring until combined before adding the next bit of beer.
  • Stir in the mustard and Worcestershire sauce and remove from the heat.
  • Stack the hollowed out crust of the bread onto the full slice and drop in half of the small squares.
  • Fill this with the cheese mixture, then top with whatever squares you have left over.
  • Put it under the grill for another 1 or 2 minutes until the bread has fully toasted and the cheese mixture is slightly brown.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 1 gram

YOUNKERS TEA ROOM RAREBIT SAUCE



YOUNKERS TEA ROOM RAREBIT SAUCE image

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 c cooking oil
1/3 c all-purpose flour
1 t paprika
1/4 t salt
1/4 t dry mustard
2 c whole or reduced fat milk
1 t Worcestershire sauce
1/4 t bottled hot pepper sauce
1 c shredded process sharp American cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • Place oil in a medium saucepan. Stir together flour, paprika, salt and dry mustard. Add flour mixture to oil; cook and stir for 1 minute. Stir in milk all at once. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 1 minute more. Remove from heat; stir in Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce. Add cheese and stir until melted. NOTE: To make Younkers popular rarebit burgers, cook hamburger patties to 170 degrees, until no pink remains. Place each burger in a toasted hamburger bun. Spoon about 1/4 cup of Rarebit Sauce over each bun. Serve immediately.

WELSH RABBIT ( RAREBIT ) AND TOMATO SANDWICHES



Welsh Rabbit ( Rarebit ) and Tomato Sandwiches image

Sara Moulton's take on a classic baked cheese dish morphed into grilled sandwiches that are perked up with toasted walnuts and tomato slices.

Provided by SusieQusie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 small plum tomatoes, sliced 1/3 inch thick
kosher salt
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 slices whole wheat bread
3 tablespoons olive oil or 3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Sprinkle the tomato slices lightly on both sides with salt; arrange them on a wire rack over a tray to drain for 10 minutes and then pat dry with paper towels.
  • Meanwhile, spread the walnuts in a pie plate or baking pan and toast in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes or until fragrant.
  • Toss the cheese with the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, cayenne, walnuts and salt to taste.
  • Arrange one fourth of the tomato slices on half of the bread slices.
  • Mound one fourth of the cheese mixture on top of the tomatoes and top with the remaining bread slices.
  • In a large skillet heat the oil or butter over moderately high heat until hot.
  • Add the sandwiches, turn the heat down to moderately low and cook the sandwiches until golden on both sides, about 3 minutes a side.

RAREBIT SMASH BURGERS WITH PUB POTATOES AND HORSERADISH SAUCE



Rarebit Smash Burgers with Pub Potatoes and Horseradish Sauce image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 large Russet potatoes
EVOO, for the pans
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 clove garlic, finely grated or pasted
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Splash of half-and-half or whole milk
2 pounds 80-percent ground beef (if you grind your own, use 1/2-pound each skirt steak, brisket and sirloin)
About 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 small white or yellow onion, very thinly sliced
1/2 cup Irish stout, such as Guinness
1/2 pound sliced Cotswold or extra-sharp yellow Cheddar
Brioche or potato rolls, lightly toasted
Bread-and-butter pickles, for topping
Watercress, for topping

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes, then slice into thin wedges or cut into 3/4-inch dice. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of EVOO. Add the bacon and cook until crisp, then drain on a paper-towel-lined plate. Add the potatoes to the fat in the skillet and season with a little salt and lots of pepper. Cook until browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Cover with foil and cook for 5 minutes. Remove the foil and cook until crisp, 7 to 8 more minutes.
  • Mix the sour cream, chives, dill, garlic, horseradish, 2 tablespoons parsley and half-and-half or milk in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix the beef, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard cayenne or hot sauce and the remaining 2 tablespoons parsley in a large bowl. Sprinkle with salt and lots of pepper.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Brush with oil, then add the beef mixture in 4 loose balls of equal size (do not shape them with your hands). Flatten with a spatula into 3/4-inch-thick patties. Scatter the onion slices over the top and press in with the spatula. Cook for 3 minutes, then flip and press the onion into the patties. Cook for 2 more minutes. Douse the pan with the beer and lay the cheese over the patties. Cover and cook until the cheese melts, about 1 minute.
  • Serve the burgers on the rolls with pickles and watercress. Drizzle the horseradish sauce over the potatoes and serve on the side.

BLT WITH WELSH RAREBIT MACARONI



BLT with Welsh Rarebit Macaroni image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

8 slices good quality bacon
Salt
1 pound short-cut whole-wheat or whole-grain pasta
8 thick slices beefsteak tomato
3 tablespoons finely chopped scallions or chives
Freshly ground black pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
4 slices good quality white bread, crusts trimmed
1 stick butter
A handful flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons dry mustard (recommended: Colman's)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 generous tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup ale
1 cup beef or chicken stock
2 1/2 cups shredded extra-sharp yellow Cheddar
2 bundles or about 4 cups loosely packed upland cress or watercress, trimmed and stemmed and washed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Arrange 2 cooling racks on baking sheets and arrange the bacon on 1 of them. Bacon may also be baked on a slotted broiler pan. Bake the bacon until crisp, about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove the bacon to paper towels to drain.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium heat. Salt the water and add the pasta. Undercook the pasta by 1 to 2 minutes, until just shy of al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • While the water comes to a boil, arrange the sliced tomatoes on the second baking rack. Sprinkle with chives, salt and pepper, to taste, and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil. Roast them for about 20 minutes. Switch the oven to broil when you remove tomatoes.
  • Process the bread in a food processor they become coarse bread crumbs. Transfer the bread crumbs to a small bowl.
  • Melt butter in sauce pot over medium heat. Pour 1/3 to 1/2 of the butter over the crumbs to moisten, then stir in the parsley. To the remaining butter in the sauce pot, add the garlic and stir for 1 minute, then add the hot sauce and mustard. Stir to combine, then sprinkle in the flour and cook for 1 minute more. Whisk in the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and ale. Cook for 30 seconds, then add the stock and bring to a bubble. When the sauce thickens, stir in 2 cups of the cheese in a figure 8 motion and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Add the pasta with to the sauce and toss to coat. Spoon it into crocks or a casserole dish. Top with the bread crumbs and remaining cheese, then put it on the middle rack of the oven. Broil until bubbly and deeply brown on top, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Arrange a bed of cress leaves alongside portions of macaroni and cheese or individual crocks. Top the watercress with a thick slice of roasted tomato and crisscrossed bacon strips. Cover with a second slab of tomato and serve.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality cheese: A sharp cheddar or Gruyère will give your rarebit a rich, flavorful taste.
  • Don't overcook the cheese: Rarebit should be cooked until the cheese is melted and bubbly, but not until it starts to separate.
  • Serve rarebit immediately: It's best enjoyed hot and fresh out of the oven.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Rarebit is a great way to use up leftover vegetables, meats, or seafood. Try adding cooked bacon, ham, or shrimp, or roasted vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower.
  • Experiment with different flavors: Rarebit is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Try adding different spices, herbs, or even a splash of wine or beer.

Conclusion:

Rarebit is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With its cheesy, flavorful sauce and endless topping possibilities, it's sure to become a family favorite. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give rarebit a try!

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