Better Welsh Rarebit

The cheese portion of this recipe is great, because you really spread it on top of toast for rarebit or serve it as a cheese spread at a party. It's delicious. As a bonus, discovering this recipe meant I also discovered Quilter's Irish Death, which I think I'm in love with. Sorry I don't have pics, I made this most recently for the Populi guys and their Friday meeting so I was flying out the door!

If recipes had dedications, this one would go to Ruth and James. So here you go, guys, Welsh rarebit - better!

Better Welsh Rarebit

1 lb extra sharp cheddar, broken into smaller chunks

3/4 c dark ale

2 garlic cloves, smashed

1 tbs Dijon

1/2 tsp cayenne

few pinches salt

sliced bread, toasted

Roma tomatoes, sliced

1) Position an oven rack to the upper third of the oven and preheat the broiler.

2) Throw the cheddar, ale, garlic, mustard and cayenne in a food processor and process to an even consistency. Add salt to taste.

3) Spread the cheese onto the toasts in a thick later. Place on a baking sheet and broil for a minute or two until the cheese is just browned on the edges.

4) Lay the tomato slices on top of the cheese and serve warm.