Classic Toad-in-the-Hole Recipe for a Comforting Meal

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Classic Toad-in-the-Hole Recipe for a Comforting Meal
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 19, 2024

Indulge in the classic British comfort food with this delicious toad-in-the-hole recipe. Featuring sausages nestled in a crispy Yorkshire pudding batter, this dish is perfect for a cozy dinner with loved ones. Serve it with onion gravy and roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 8 pork sausages
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Place the sausages in a baking dish and roast for 15 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Remove the sausages from the oven and pour the batter over them.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the pudding has risen and turned golden brown.
  6. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a pan and sauté the onions until soft.
  7. Add the beef stock and Worcestershire sauce, simmer for 10 minutes to make the gravy.
  8. Serve the toad-in-the-hole with the onion gravy and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • The name 'toad-in-the-hole' is believed to have originated in the 18th century and refers to the sausages peeking out of the golden pudding batter.
  • Traditional toad-in-the-hole was originally made with leftover scraps of meat, but modern versions use sausages for a meatier texture.