Westcountry Rarebit Crostini with Caramelised Shallots

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Westcountry Rarebit Crostini with Caramelised Shallots—a delightful fusion of classic British flavors and gourmet flair. Crispy, golden baguette slices serve as the perfect base for a rich and savory rarebit topping, featuring mature cheddar cheese, English ale, whole grain mustard, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce. Crowned with sweet, buttery caramelised shallots, this dish strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and sophistication. Whether you’re hosting a party or treating yourself to a warm and hearty snack, these crostini are easy to assemble and deliver restaurant-quality flavor in every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, they’re the ideal crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 whole baguette
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 4 whole shallots
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 150 grams mature cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons English ale or beer
• 1 whole egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Slice the baguette into 12 thin rounds, about 1 cm thick, and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil and bake for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Set aside to cool.

Step 4

While the crostini cool, thinly slice the shallots.

Step 5

Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook for 5-6 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 6

Add the brown sugar, reduce the heat to low, and cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shallots caramelise. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

In a bowl, mix the grated cheddar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, ale, egg yolk, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined to create the rarebit topping.

Step 8

Spoon the rarebit mixture generously onto each crostini and return them to the baking sheet.

Step 9

Place the crostini under a hot grill (broiler) for 2-3 minutes, watching closely, until the topping is bubbly and golden.

Step 10

Top each rarebit crostini with a small amount of the caramelised shallots.

Step 11

Serve warm as an appetizer or a luxurious snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(697.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2008.4

Total Fat 101.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 376.2mg	0%
Sodium 113011.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 29.0g
Protein 78.3g	0%

Vitamin D 18.2IU	0%
Calcium 1344.9mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 1015.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 39.1%