Perfect Welsh Rarebit

Ingredients

• 2 ounces flour
• 2 ounces butter
• 9 ounces beer (a strong ale)
• 9 ounces cheddar cheese (sharp)
• 2 teaspoons English mustard
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• black pepper
• 4 slices bread (granary style)

Directions

1. 1

   In a small saucepan melt the butter and make a roux with the flour. Cook for a couple of minutes, stirring to prevent the roux from burning.

2. 2

   Stir in the warm beer by degrees, until you have a thick but smooth sauce.

3. 3

   Add the grated cheese and stir until melted. You should now have a thick paste.

4. 4

   Mix in the mustard and Worcestershire sauce and season well with black pepper.

5. 5

   Lightly toast and butter the bread, then pile up the cheesy mixture on each slice.

6. 6

   Cook under the broiler for a few minutes, until browned and bubbling.