Irresistible Irish Rarebit: Your New Favorite Comfort Food

Discover this quick and comforting Irish Rarebit recipe that combines rich cheese and tangy gherkins for an irresistible snack.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Irish

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cheese Sauce

1 cup Irish Cheddar grated
1 tablespoon Mustard Dijon or wholegrain
2-3 pieces Gherkins chopped
2 tablespoons Butter optional

For the Base

2-4 slices Whole-grain Bread for better fiber content

Equipment

Medium saucepan
toaster or broiler
Baking Sheet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Irish Rarebit

Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in mustard, and add cheese, stirring until melted.
Chop gherkins, stir into the cheese sauce.
Toast the bread until golden brown.
Spoon cheese mixture over toasted bread on a baking sheet.
Broil until cheese bubbles and turns golden.
Serve warm, optionally garnished with herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize your rarebit with additional toppings like crispy bacon. Serve with a salad for a balanced meal.

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