Welsh Rarebit

OK, so it's just cheese toast.  Really, really, really good cheese toast.  While you might not serve grilled cheese at a luncheon to guests, Welsh rarebit (or rabbit) is an easy treat.

This version is from The Book of Afternoon Tea.

8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 Tb butter, softened
1 Tb Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp mustard powder
1 Tb flour
1/4 C beer
4 slices of your favorite savory bread (challah in the photo)
cayenne pepper for garnish

1.  Preheat broiler.  In a bowl, combine all ingredients except bread to make a cheesy paste.

2.  Toast bread lightly.  Spread cheese on top of each slice to make an open-faced sandwich.  Broil until topping is melted, bubbly, and slightly browning.  Dust with cayenne pepper and serve immediately

Difficulty rating  π