California Rarebit

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A creamy, savory Monterey Jack cheese sauce with saut&# 195;©ed mushrooms, served over toast.
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This California Rarebit is a comforting, upscale twist on the classic Welsh rarebit. It features a rich, velvety sauce made from melted Monterey Jack cheese and dry white wine, enriched with a touch of Worcestershire sauce and fresh basil. The sauce is poured over crisp toast and topped with earthy, garlic-scented sautéed mushrooms. Finished under the broiler, the dish achieves a bubbly, golden crust that contrasts beautifully with the soft interior. ItâÂÂs an ideal appetizer for cocktail parties or a quick, satisfying light dinner. The combination of sharp cheese, umami mushrooms, and aromatic herbs creates a deeply flavorful experience without being overly heavy.

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California Rarebit

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 119.8

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This California Rarebit is a comforting, upscale twist on the classic Welsh rarebit. It features a rich, velvety sauce made from melted Monterey Jack cheese and dry white wine, enriched with a touch of Worcestershire sauce and fresh basil. The sauce is poured over crisp toast and topped with earthy, garlic-scented sautéed mushrooms. Finished under the broiler, the dish achieves a bubbly, golden crust that contrasts beautifully with the soft interior. It’s an ideal appetizer for cocktail parties or a quick, satisfying light dinner. The combination of sharp cheese, umami mushrooms, and aromatic herbs creates a deeply flavorful experience without being overly heavy.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the top of a double boiler over simmering water.
  2. Pour in the dry white wine and heat gently, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in 2 cups of the cubed Monterey Jack cheese until completely melted and smooth.
  4. Temper the egg by stirring a small spoonful of the warm cheese mixture into the beaten egg, then whisking that mixture back into the main cheese pot.
  5. Cook the cheese sauce, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute to thicken slightly.
  6. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and crushed basil, then set the sauce aside to keep warm.
  7. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the remaining butter and sauté the sliced mushrooms until tender and browned.
  8. Sprinkle the mushrooms with garlic powder and remove from heat.
  9. Arrange toast points or triangles on individual heatproof plates.
  10. Spoon the hot cheese sauce over the toast, then top with the sautéed mushrooms.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack cheese over the mushrooms.
  12. Broil until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 119.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.2g10%
Saturated Fat 2.7g14%
Cholesterol 101.3mg34%
Sodium 153.1mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 5.6g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 7.2g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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