Perfect Welsh Rarebit

A favourite of my childhood.

In a small saucepan melt the butter and make a roux with the flour.

Cook for a couple of minutes , stirring to prevent the roux from burning.

Stir in the warm beer by degrees , until you have a thick but smooth sauce.

Add the grated cheese and stir until melted.

You should now have a thick paste.

Mix in the mustard and worcestershire sauce and season well with black pepper.

Lightly toast and butter the bread , then pile up the cheesy mixture on each slice.

Cook under the broiler for a few minutes , until browned and bubbling.

flour, butter, beer, cheddar cheese, english mustard, worcestershire sauce, black pepper, bread