Welsh Rarebit

1. 1

   Preheat a broiler.

2. 2

   Place the bread slices on a baking sheet.

3. 3

   Place under the broiler and toast, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, 30-40 seconds on each side.

4. 4

   Remove from the broiler.

5. 5

   In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cheddar and the dark ale.

6. 6

   When the cheese melts, add the butter, Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and the cayenne, and whisk together until smoothly melted and combined, 1-2 minutes.

7. 7

   Cut each piece of toast in half, diagonally, and arrange around the edges on a flameproof platter.

8. 8

   Pour the cheese mixture over the toasts so they are covered completely.

9. 9

   Place the platter under the broiler and broil until the cheese bubbles and starts to scorch in places, about 2 minutes.

10. 10

    Remove from the broiler and serve piping hot.

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