Westcountry Rarebit Crostini With Caramelised Shall

Name: Westcountry Rarebit Crostini With Caramelised Shallots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 long stick French bread; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, finely minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 10 shallots, peeled; 5 tablespoons milk; 300 g cheddar cheese, grated; 25 g plain flour; 2 medium egg yolks; ½ teaspoon mustard powder; 1 dash Tabasco sauce; 1 dash Worcestershire sauce

Servings: persons

1 long stick French bread
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
10 shallots, peeled
5 tablespoons milk
300 g cheddar cheese, grated
25 g plain flour
2 medium egg yolks
½ teaspoon mustard powder
1 dash Tabasco sauce
1 dash Worcestershire sauce

1
Making the Crostini: Cut the French bread diagonally into thin 1cm thick rounds.
2
Brush each round with the olive oil and divide the garlic between the rounds.
3
Place the bread rounds on a baking sheet and oven bake for 10 12 minutes at 200C/400F/Gas Mark 6 until crisp and golden.
4
Roasting the shallots: Oven roast the shallots with the olive oil and balsamic at 200C/400F/Gas Mark 6 for about 30 minutes until soft, covering with wetted baking parchment if they start to excessively brown.
5
Once cooked halve the shallots.
6
Preparing the rarebit mixture: Warm the milk in a medium size pan but do not allow to boil.
7
Stir in the cheese until melted; add the flour, mustard powder and, Tabasco and Worcestershire Sauces and stir over a gentle heat until a thick paste is made.
8
Cool for a couple of minutes before beating in the egg yolks.
9
Making the rarebits: Spoon the rarebit mix onto the prepared crostini and top with the shallots.
10
Cook for 10 15 minutes at 200C/400F/Gas Mark 6 until the cheese begins to bubble and brown at the edges.

629

kcal

Calories

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

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.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 long stick French bread, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 4 garlic cloves, finely minced, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Westcountry Rarebit Crostini With Caramelised Shallots falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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!

Westcountry Rarebit Crostini With Caramelised Shallots

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions