Authentic Welsh Rarebit
Main Dishes

Authentic Welsh Rarebit

A classic British dish featuring melted cheddar with dark beer and mustard, served on toasted bread with ham and a fried egg. A light and savory meal, perfect as an appetizer or lunch.

Prep⏱️ 5 min
Cook🔥 15 min
Servings👥 1 servings
Difficulty📊 Easy
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🛒 Ingredients

1 servings

1
  • 7 oz grated cheddar cheese
  • 3 tbsp dark beer (stout or ale)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 slice thick-cut bread
  • 1 slice deli ham
  • 1 egg

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Directions

  1. 1

    Toast the bread.

  2. 2

    Gently melt the cheddar with the beer and mustard, stirring until you have a smooth cream.

  3. 3

    Place the bread and ham in an individual ramekin.

  4. 4

    Generously coat with the cheese mixture.

  5. 5

    Bake for 5 minutes until golden brown.

  6. 6

    Serve topped with a fried egg.

💡 Chef's Tip

Use a sharp cheddar for more flavor. Prepare the fried egg while the rarebit is in the oven so everything is hot at the same time.