Welsh Rarebit

Directions

1. 1
   Slice your bread into thick pieces and toast them using your favorite method.
2. 2
   Set the toasted bread aside.
3. 3
   Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over low heat.
4. 4
   Sprinkle in the flour and whisk until combined.
5. 5
   Cook over low heat for 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Pour in the milk and beer, whisking constantly, and cook for an additional minute.
7. 7
   Add the Dijon mustard, paprika, cayenne and Worcestershire sauce.
8. 8
   Whisk to combine.
9. 9
   Slowly add the cheese in a bit at a time, whisking after each addition.
10. 10
    Cook a few minutes, whisking constantly, until the cheese mixture is melted and hot.
11. 11
    Remove from heat.
12. 12
    Stir the egg yolk into the sauce, whisking to combine.
13. 13
    Serve sauce immediately over the toasted bread.
14. 14
    Top with the chopped green onion and bacon.