Real Welsh Rarebit

Real Welsh Rarebit

ultimate grilled cheese

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 5m
Total Time: 15m
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (20 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

270
calories
21.1g
fat
7.2g
carbohydrates
11.5g
protein
63mg
cholesterol
505mg
sodium
Real Welsh Rarebit

Recipe Description

I once dated someone from Wales. While I rarely think about her now, I often make this Real Welsh Rarebit that she taught me! Welsh rarebit sounds really exotic, but in reality, it is just grilled cheese with a few extra ingredients including beer! Do you like the sound of this recipe? If the answer is yes, keep reading!

Cook flour, salt, pepper, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco sauce with melted butter. Add milk and beer and bring to a boil before incorporating Cheddar cheese in small portions until fully melted. Serve this cheesy sauce over toasted bread or English muffins.

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Melt butter

    2 min
    Step 1 - Real Welsh Rarebit

    Place ¼ cup of butter in a saucepan and melt over low heat.

  2. 2

    Add flour and seasoning

    5 min
    Step 2 - Real Welsh RarebitStep 2 - Real Welsh Rarebit

    Mix in ¼ cup of flour, ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of pepper, ¼ teaspoon of mustard, ¼ teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 2 drops of Tabasco sauce. Cook while stirring for about 5 minutes until the sauce is smooth and bubbly.

  3. 3

    Pour in the milk

    2 min
    Step 3 - Real Welsh Rarebit

    Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the milk gradually before returning to the heat. Bring to a boil while stirring constantly.

  4. 4

    Add beer

    1 min
    Step 4 - Real Welsh Rarebit

    Slowly add ½ a cup of beer and cook for 1 minute, still stirring.

  5. 5

    Bake

    5 min
    Step 5 - Real Welsh RarebitStep 5 - Real Welsh Rarebit

    Add small portions of the Cheddar cheese until it is completely incorporated. Remove from heat.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Step 6 - Real Welsh Rarebit

    Serve poured over toasted bread or toasted English muffins.

This Real Welsh Rarebit is total comfort food. Cheesy sauce, flavored with mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco and beer. Try it out soon and don’t forget to come back to leave a comment below.

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (20 reviews)
Katy
April 7, 2025
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OMG, this Real Welsh Rarebit is like a blast from the past! I learned it from my Welsh ex, and it took me back to cozy nights we spent chillin' together. It's not just grilled cheese, it's a creamy, cheesy masterpiece! The beer in it is a game changer. U gotta try this!

Bella Thompson
February 9, 2025
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This Real Welsh Rarebit is simply great! I love it for quick dinners. My Welsh ex taught me, and it always brings back good memories. Super easy to make and so cheesy.

Sid
July 24, 2024
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Superb cheesy delight!

Samantha
June 20, 2024
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I made this Real Welsh Rarebit for a cosy family night. It reminded me of the Welsh woman I once dated. The mix of cheese and beer makes it so special! Simple yet delicious, the kids loved it too.

Joan Smith
June 7, 2024
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So cheesy! Love it!

Claire Morgan
November 19, 2023
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So delicious! This recipe brings back sweet memories of my visits to Wales. It's simple to make and the flavors are just perfect. My husband loves how cheesy it is. Definitely a favorite in our home!

Gwendolyn Adams
October 23, 2023
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So simple, fun recipe. My kids loved helping me make this! The beer adds a nice touch, too. Now it's a family favorite.

Lexi
October 15, 2023
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This Welsh Rarebit is just awesome. My ex showed me how to make it and I still whip it up for my fam. Trust me, melted cheese with beer is a game changer.

Beth
August 2, 2022
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OMG, this Welsh Rarebit is stellar! Best grilled cheese I've ever had, with a beer twist! #Addicted

John Smith
May 15, 2022
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Simply delicious dish!

Fiona
February 13, 2022
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OMG, this Real Welsh Rarebit is so cheesy! Reminds me of my fun date in Wales! Totally making this again!

Susanna Kulach
April 25, 2020
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Best sauce out there that you can make on your own in your comfy kitchen :)

Mercy Abramson
April 23, 2020
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Love love LOVE this recipe, the ingridents are extremely affordable and the sauce is amazing!

Whitney Oalmann
April 12, 2020
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Great recipe thanks for sharing will be making it again soon for sure, 5 stars from me.

Audree Savich
April 3, 2020
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Easy to make and takes no time at all, I love putting this on some bread and tossing a bit of salami on the top.

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