Stilton Rarebit Bites

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Cropwell Bishop Stilton & red onion chutney rarebit bites

Makes: 16   

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: about 5 minutes

Ingredients:

For the rarebit:

  • 300g Cropwell Bishop Blue Stilton, crumbled
     
  • 2 eggs, beaten
     
  • 1 tablespoon wholegrain mustard
     
  • 1 tablespoon crème fraiche
     
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 small slices sourdough or walnut bread, halved
     
  • 3 tablespoons caramelised red onion chutney

To serve: 

Fresh watercress leaves, to garnish

Method:

  1. In a small bowl, beat together all the rarebit ingredients. 
     
  2. Place the bread on a baking tray and lightly toast on both sides, under a pre-heated hot grill.
     
  3. Spread each slice of bread with a little of the chutney, then pile the rarebit on top.
     
  4. Grill for 3-5 minutes until golden and bubbling.
     
  5. Serve immediately garnished with watercress.