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Irish Rarebit

Irresistibly Creamy Irish Rarebit: Ultimate Comfort Food

Irish Rarebit is a creamy and flavorful dish that combines sharp Irish cheddar with mustard on toasted bread, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 cups sharp Irish cheddar cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons mustard your favorite variety
  • 1 dash white vinegar
For the Base
  • 4 slices whole-grain bread
  • 1 tablespoon butter optional, for toasting

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • oven broiler
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Irish Rarebit
  1. Begin by grating approximately 2 cups of sharp Irish cheddar cheese into a mixing bowl. Next, finely chop a handful of gherkins to add a nice crunch and tang. Measure out 2 tablespoons of your favorite mustard.
  2. In the mixing bowl, combine the grated Irish cheddar, mustard, and a dash of white vinegar for depth. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Preheat your oven broiler. Meanwhile, spread a thin layer of butter on one side of the bread slices. Toast the bread slices butter-side down in a hot skillet for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Transfer the toasted bread to a baking sheet and spread the cheese mixture over each slice, ensuring even coverage.
  5. Place the baking sheet under the broiler. Watch closely as the cheese bubbles and turns golden brown, which should take around 1-2 minutes.
  6. Once the cheese is bubbling and golden, remove from the oven. Garnish with extra chopped gherkins or herbs and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use high-quality Irish cheddar for best results and adjust mustard to taste. Enjoy fresh from the oven for optimal flavor.

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