Mushrooms and Teifi Rarebit Recipe

Name: Mushrooms and Teifi Rarebit
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large portabella mushrooms; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 30 g butter; 30 g plain flour; 200 ml milk; 100 g teifi cheese (for example Beemster) or 100 g good quality gouda cheese (for example Beemster); 100 ml cwrw idris ale or 100 ml other good quality bitter ale; 2 teaspoons mustard powder; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Pre-heat the oven to 200C/Gas mark 6.
2
Prepare the mushrooms, wipe with damp kitchen towel and remove the centre stalk.
3
Place the mushrooms, olive oil and garlic in an oven proof dish and leave to marinade for 30 minutes, can do longer if you want to do this ahead of time.
4
Make a roux with the flour and butter and cook over a low heat for 30 seconds.
5
Remove from the heat and whisk in the milk and beer.
6
Stir over a low heat until mixture reaches boiling point, reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
7
Allow to cool slightly.
8
Add the mustard and most of the cheese and mix well.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Meanwhile roast the mushrooms for about 10 minutes until beginning to soften.
11
Remove from the oven and top with the rarebit topping, sprinkling over the remaining cheese.
12
Heat the grill to medium setting and grill until golden brown.
13
Serve as is or good toasted bread with salad.

509

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large portabella mushrooms, 6 tablespoons olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, 30 g butter, and more.

Yes, Mushrooms and Teifi Rarebit falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mushrooms and Teifi Rarebit

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