Ingredients:
- 4-6 slices of mature Cheddar cheese
- 2-3 slices of Stilton cheese
- Branston pickle or chutney
- Slices of crusty bread or a baguette
- Hard-boiled eggs, halved
- Pickled onions
- Cherry tomatoes
- Pickled gherkins
- Mixed salad greens
Instructions:
- Arrange the slices of Cheddar and Stilton cheese on a platter.
- Serve with a generous spoonful of Branston pickle or your favorite chutney.
- Add the hard-boiled eggs, pickled onions, cherry tomatoes, and pickled gherkins to the platter.
- Serve with slices of crusty bread or a baguette and a side of mixed salad greens.
2. Cheese and Onion Pie
This hearty pie is a comforting and cheesy delight. Here's how to make a delicious Cheese and Onion Pie:
Ingredients:
- 1 prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 200g grated Red Leicester cheese
- 200g grated Cheshire cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 eggs
- 200ml double cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the sliced onions until they become soft and slightly caramelized.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and stir in the double cream. Season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle half of the grated Red Leicester cheese onto the pie crust.
- Layer the caramelized onions on top of the cheese.
- Pour the egg and cream mixture over the onions.
- Sprinkle the remaining Red Leicester cheese and Cheshire cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pie is golden and set.
- Allow it to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
3. Welsh Rarebit
Welsh Rarebit is a savory cheese sauce served over toasted bread. Here's how to make this cheesy delight:
Ingredients:
- 4 slices of bread
- 200g grated Caerphilly cheese
- 1 teaspoon mustard (English or Dijon)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 150ml beer (or milk if you prefer)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Instructions:
- Toast the slices of bread and set them aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to make a roux.
- Gradually add the beer (or milk) while continuously stirring to create a smooth sauce.
- Add the grated Caerphilly cheese and mustard, stirring until the cheese is fully melted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce if desired.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the toasted bread slices.
- Place under the grill (broiler) until the top is bubbly and slightly browned.
- Serve immediately.
Enjoy these cheese-centric British recipes featuring a variety of delicious British cheeses, and savor the rich flavors of the United Kingdom.