This savory sausage toad in the hole recipe is a classic British dish that combines succulent sausages with a light and fluffy Yorkshire pudding batter. The sausages are cooked in the oven until golden and crispy, while the batter puffs up around them, creating a delicious and comforting meal. Serve with mashed potatoes, gravy, and green vegetables for a hearty and satisfying dinner. This recipe is perfect for any occasion and will surely become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 8 pork sausages
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place the sausages in a baking dish and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden brown.
- While the sausages are cooking, prepare the batter. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Remove the sausages from the oven and pour the batter evenly over them. Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 25-30 minutes or until the batter is puffed up and golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. The batter will deflate slightly as it cools.
- Serve the savory sausage toad in the hole with mashed potatoes, gravy, and steamed green vegetables for a complete meal.
- Enjoy your delicious savory sausage toad in the hole!
Interesting Facts
Toad in the hole is believed to have originated in England in the 18th century.
Traditionally, toad in the hole was made with leftover meat scraps, but nowadays it is often made with high-quality sausages.
The name 'toad in the hole' comes from the way the sausages are nestled in the batter, resembling toads peeking out from their burrows.