Gruyere Rarebit with Ham

Elevate your comfort food game with this indulgent Gruyere Rarebit with Ham, a luxurious spin on classic Welsh rarebit. Featuring creamy, melted Gruyere cheese infused with Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of paprika, this cheese sauce is layered atop thick slices of crusty bread and savory cooked ham, then broiled to golden, bubbly perfection. The combination of rich, nutty Gruyere, velvety roux, and crispy, olive oil-brushed bread creates a flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for brunch, a light lunch, or an irresistible appetizer. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick yet sophisticated recipe is sure to delight cheese lovers and satisfy cravings for comfort food with a gourmet twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Gruyere cheese
• 30 grams Unsalted butter
• 20 grams All-purpose flour
• 200 milliliters Whole milk
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 slices Thick-sliced crusty bread
• 4 slices Cooked ham
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven grill (broiler) to high.

Step 2

Grate the Gruyere cheese and set it aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat until it thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the grated Gruyere cheese, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Brush both sides of the bread slices with olive oil and toast them under the grill until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.

Step 7

On each slice of toasted bread, layer a slice of cooked ham.

Step 8

Spoon the cheese mixture evenly over the ham-topped bread slices, spreading it to the edges.

Step 9

Place the topped bread slices back under the grill and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese topping is bubbling and golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	832.3 grams (832.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2180

Total Fat 127.90g	164%
Saturated Fat 62.90g	315%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.50g
Cholesterol 380mg	127%
Sodium 3826mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 140.80g	51%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 14.60g
Protein 115.30g	231%

Vitamin D 91IU	454%
Calcium 2413mg	186%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 950mg	20%

*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: 52.9%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 25.9%