Welsh Rarebit Bites Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Combine butter and flour in a medium saucepan and cook over medium heat until toasted and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
2. 2
   Add cheese, beer, Worcestershire, mustard, and paprika and cook, stirring constantly, until cheese is melted and smooth, about 3 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   (If youre making the cheese sauce ahead of time, transfer the mixture to a heatproof container and let it cool to room temperature.
5. 5
   Refrigerate in a covered container for up to 4 days.)
6. 6
   When ready to finish, heat the broiler to high and arrange a rack in the lower third of the oven.
7. 7
   Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, arrange the toasted baguette slices on the baking sheet, and spread 2 teaspoons of the cheese mixture on each slice.
8. 8
   Place under the broiler and cook, watching carefully, until the cheese mixture is bubbling and browned, about 1 to 2 minutes.
9. 9
   Serve immediately.