Welsh Leek And Cheese Rarebit Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the broiler and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the leeks and cook until they are soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
• STEP 3.In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
• STEP 4.Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the grated cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• STEP 5.Spread the leek and cheese mixture onto slices of bread and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
• STEP 6.Broil the rarebit until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 3-5 minutes.
• STEP 7.Serve the Welsh Leek and Cheese Rarebit hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to cook the leeks until they are soft and caramelized for maximum flavor.
• Use a good quality cheese that melts well, such as cheddar or gruyere, for the best results.
• You can use any type of bread for this recipe, but a crusty bread like baguette or sourdough works particularly well.
• Feel free to customize the rarebit by adding additional ingredients like cooked bacon or sliced tomatoes.

Storage and Serving

• Welsh Leek and Cheese Rarebit is best served immediately while the cheese is still hot and bubbly.
• If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, place the rarebit on a baking sheet and broil until the cheese is melted and heated through.