Toad In The Hole
A delightful and tasty recipe I discovered shortly after I arrived here was a lovely dish called Toad in the Hole. I had often heard about this British delicacy but had never had any idea of what it was let alone ever had the chance to try it. I soon learned that it had nothing to do with holes, dirt, or even toads for that matter!
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Ingredients
- 2 large Eggs
- 4 oz (125g) Plain Flour
- 1/4 Pint (150ml) Milk
- 1/4 Pint (150ml) Cold Water
- Salt & Pepper
- 6 Good Quality Herby Sausages of your choosing (I like Cumberland myself)
- 2 tbsp Lard or Dripping or Cooking Oil
Details
servings 3
Level of difficulty Average
Cooking time 30mins
Cost Budget Friendly
Adapted from theenglishkitchen.blogspot.fr
Preparation
Step 1
On a low heat cook the Sausages in a frying pan on all sides until nicely browned and sticky. Do not prick the skins! Allow to cool.
Step 2
Crack open the eggs into a large measuring jug and beat well. Add the milk and water together, mixing it all together really well. Set aside.
Step 3
Sift the the flour into a large bowl and season with a sprinkling of salt & pepper. Make a well in the centre.
Step 4
Gradually whisk in the liquid mixture, whisking until you have a stiff but smooth batter with no lumps. Allow to rest for half an hour.
Step 5
Pre-heat the oven to 205°C/425°F. Slip the lard or oil into a deep sided baking tin and place just this in the oven.
Step 6
Once it is quite hot and the fat is sizzling, quickly, but carefully, take it out and rest on the top of the hob.
Step 7
Pour in the Batter mixture. Then add the Sausages, parallel to each other, the length of the tin.
Step 8
Place back into the oven and bake for around half an hour until the batter is puffed up, golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Serve cut into squares with fluffy mashed potatoes and a delicious gravy of your own choosing.
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