Stovetop Welsh Rarebit with Sharp Cheddar and Mustard

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

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A rich and cheesy Welsh rarebit made with sharp cheddar and a hint of mustard, cooked on the stovetop for an easy savory treat. This British-inspired comfort-food recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs sharp cheddar cheese, grated, unsalted butter, all-purpose flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 British cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
3 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp black pepper
4 slices thick sliced bread
1/4 tsp paprika

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat until foaming, then whisk in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour and cook, whisking constantly, for 1-2 minutes until golden and fragrant.
Step 2: Gradually whisk in 1 cup milk, continuing to whisk until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 8 oz grated sharp cheddar cheese, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Toast 4 slices thick bread until golden, then spoon the cheese sauce evenly over each slice. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp paprika over the top and place under a broiler for 2-3 minutes until bubbly and browned on top.