Ingredients

• 3/4 pound shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 teaspoons grainy Dijon mustard
• 2 egg yolks
• 1/4 cup beer
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4 large slices sourdough bread
• 4 slices Roma tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl combine the cheese, mustard, egg yolks beer, Worcestershire sauce and salt and pepper until nicely blended.
2. Place the tomato slices on a baking sheet. Brush with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Broil them until they begin to brown and are bubbling. Reserve.
3. Toast the bread on one side until lightly browned. Remove from the toaster and spread the cheese mixture over the bread slices. Place the bread on a baking sheet and broil until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
4. Place each open face sandwich on a plate and arrange a broiled tomato half on top. Serve immediately.

Tips

You can also add some crispy cooked bacon pieces to the cheese mixture for a richer version.

Advance Preparation

This may be prepared on day ahead through step 1. Cover and refrigerate.

Serves 4 people.