Words I never thought I’d say: “I have given up grilled cheese sandwiches!” Don’t worry! I’ve simply replaced grilled cheese with this Welsh Leek and Cheese Rarebit. Rarebit is a traditional Welsh dish which is often pronounced rabbit (but thankfully doesn’t contain rabbits!). In this version, I combine Wales national vegetable, the leek with a creamy goats cheese sauce to make an amazing rarebit.
Start by toasting some bread slices in a hot oven. Sauté the leeks in melted butter. Add the flour and mustard powder. Pour in the milk and cook until the sauce thickens and the raw flour flavor has cooked off. Pour the sauce over the toasted bread and grill for a few minutes until the sauce is bubbling. Serve and enjoy!
To make my Welsh Leek and Cheese Rarebit, you will need the following ingredients:
Cut the bread into 1 inch thick slices and bake them in a hot oven for about 5 - 8 minutes until the bread is crisp (but not hard) and lightly brown. Remove from the oven and rest on a cooling rack.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt 2 ounces of butter. Sauté 2 medium shredded leeks in the butter for 2 - 3 minutes until they are soft, but not brown.
Add 1 ounce of flour and 1 teaspoon of mustard powder and stir well until the leeks are coated. Gradually pour ½ a cup of milk, stirring constantly. Keep the sauce on the heat until it starts to thicken. Reduce heat and continue to cook for a few more minutes.
Add 4 ounces of creamy goats’ cheese and stir until completely melted.
Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Spoon the rarebit sauce onto the toasted bread slices. Place the rarebits under the the grill until the sauce is bubbling.
Serve immediately as it is. Sometimes, I’ll add a green salad on the side.
Welsh Leek and Cheese Rarebit is now my go to recipe when I feel like gourmet grilled cheese. It’s a delicious combination of ingredients - I know you’re going to love it! Try it out soon and don’t forget to come back to leave a review below.
Incredible. Kids loved it for dinner last night.
Supreme! I made this rarebit after a long day at work. The creamy sauce and leeks took my grilled cheese game to the next level. Seriously, I can't go back now. Perfect for chillin’ with friends or just enjoying a cozy night in.
Superb! I was skeptical at first, but this replaces my favorite grilled cheese. I served it at our family gathering and everyone asked for seconds. The leeks give it a unique flavor that is just delightful. A real showstopper that made me proud to cook for my loved ones!
Excepcional! Este Welsh Leek and Cheese Rarebit se convertió en mi nueva cena favorita. Prepararlo fue tan sencillo y delicioso, que lo hice en una reunión con amigos, ¡todos quedaron encantados!
Amazing!
Superb!
Delish!
OMG, this Rarebit is next level! My husband surprised me with it, and I haven't looked back since. Grilled cheese who? Thanks a bunch!
Superb delight dish!
Absolutely love this!
This rarebit is lit! Swapped my boring grilled cheese for this and wow, the flavors of leek & cheese are unreal! Totally hitting up this recipe again for our next dinner party. Thank you so much!
Wow, this Welsh Leek and Cheese Rarebit is fire! My fam couldn't get enough. I swapped my grilled cheese for this, and I'm lovin' every bite. The creamy sauce with leeks is next level! I made it for a cozy night in and everyone was amazed. Thanks for this gem!
Superb cheese rarebit alternative.
Totally in love with this dish! So creamy!
I never knew I could love a cheese dish this much. My wife made this Welsh Leek and Cheese Rarebit for a cozy family dinner, and it was a hit! The kids even asked for seconds. It’s nice to have a gourmet taste without much hassle in the kitchen.
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