Welsh Rarebit, No. 2

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoonful Butter
• 1/2 teaspoonful Cornstarch
• 1/2 cup Heavy cream
• 1/2 pound Mild cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/4 teaspoonful Salt
• 1/2 saltspoonful Dry mustard
• 1/8 teaspoonful Cayenne pepper (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))

Instructions

1. 1Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cream.
2. 2Add the cream mixture to the melted butter and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted and the mixture is smooth. Stir in the salt, mustard, and cayenne pepper.
3. 3Serve immediately over toasted bread or crackers.