Whisky Rarebit

Directions

1. 1
   Melt 1 oz of butter in a saucepan and add 6 oz of grated, mature Cheddar cheese, 1 tablespoon of Scotch whisky, a dash of English mustard and a seasoning of salt and pepper.
2. 2
   Stir over a low heat until the mixture has melted and is smooth.
3. 3
   **Do not overheat or the cheese becomes oily**.
4. 4
   Draw off the heat and stir in 1 egg yolk.
5. 5
   Using a metal spoon fold in the egg white stiffly beaten.
6. 6
   Spoon over four slices of hot toast.
7. 7
   Place under the grill and the rarebit mixture will puff up and brown beautifully.