Bean Rarebit

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Bean Rarebit recipe for a nutritious breakfast

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

483

Sugar

Fat

35g

Bean Rarebit is a simple but hearty breakfast dish that originated in Wales. It's a variation on Welsh rarebit, a dish made from a savory cheese sauce that's poured over bread and broiled. This version adds white beans to the cheese sauce for a touch of protein, fiber, and extra nutrition. It's a great breakfast option if you're looking for something more substantial than a bowl of cereal or a piece of toast.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and add the chopped onion. Cook until the onion is soft.
2.	Mix in the flour and salt and cook for 1 minute.
3.	Gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
4.	Add the English mustard and cheddar cheese and stir until the cheese has melted.
5.	Stir in the white beans.
6.	Serve over toast.

PROS

This Bean Rarebit recipe is a simple but tasty way to start your day.

The white beans provide protein and fiber, while the cheddar cheese is a good source of calcium.

It’s easy to make and filling enough to keep you going until lunchtime.

CONS

As with any high-cheese meal, this recipe can be high in calories and fat.

It’s important to balance this meal with healthy choices throughout the day.

If you’re trying to watch your sodium intake, you may want to reduce or omit the salt in this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

White beans are an excellent source of protein, fiber, and vitamins and minerals like folate, iron, and potassium.
Cheddar cheese is a good source of calcium and protein.
This meal can provide sustained energy for your morning without causing a sugar crash later on.

	1/4 cup butter
	1/4 cup onion , chopped
	1/4 cup all-purpose flour
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	2 cups milk
	1 teaspoon English mustard
	2 cups cheddar cheese , shredded ( freshly shredded , not bagged )
	1 can white beans , rinsed and drained