Welsh rarebit

4:59AM Thursday July 05, 2007By Amanda Laird
If the definition of a great winter supper is a dish that's simple to make and tastes delicious, look no further than this Welsh rarebit. Hot buttered toast is covered with a melted cheese, mustard and ale mixture and grilled until golden brown - heavenly!

Serves 2
20g butter70 ml dark ale220g grated Caerphilly or Lancashire cheese2 tsp English mustardSalt and freshly ground black pepper4 slices hot buttered toast
1. Preheat the grill to moderately high. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over a low heat. Add the ale and cheese, stirring until the cheese has melted. Add the mustard and season to taste.
2. Spread the mixture on to the hot buttered toast and grill until golden brown and bubbling.