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Irish Rarebit

Savory Irish Rarebit: Comfort Food in Just 15 Minutes

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Irish Rarebit is a charmingly satisfying dish that marries sharp Irish cheddar with zesty mustard, offering a quick comfort food in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup Irish Cheddar or substitute with White Cheddar or Gruyere
  • 1 tbsp Mustard Dijon or whole grain for varied intensity
  • 1/4 cup Gherkins or substitute with dill pickles or olives
For the Bread
  • 2 slices Whole-Grain Bread or any hearty bread like sourdough or rye
  • 1 tbsp Butter or use olive oil for a lighter alternative

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by taking your whole-grain bread and lightly buttering each slice on both sides. Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine Irish cheddar, your choice of mustard, and gherkins. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Place the buttered bread slices in the skillet and toast for about 3–4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
  4. Remove the toasted bread from the skillet and spread the cheese mixture on each slice. Return to the skillet over low heat.
  5. Cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 3–5 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store any leftover cheese mixture in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For best results when reheating, do so in a skillet over low heat to maintain its creamy texture.

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