Welch Rarebit

1. 1

   Pre toast your bread of choice on a baking sheet under the broiler.

2. 2

   Set aside.

3. 3

   Put butter in a saucepan over medium heat and, as it melts, stir in flour.

4. 4

   Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and very fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in mustard and cayenne, then whisk in beer and Worcestershire sauce.

6. 6

   When mixture is uniform, turn heat to low and stir in cheese, again stirring until smooth.

7. 7

   Remove from heat and pour into a broad container to set (you can refrigerate for up to a day at this point).

8. 8

   Spread mixture thickly on toast and put under broiler until bubbly and edges of toast are crisp.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.