The Best Toad in the Hole Comfort at Its Best
Indulge in ultimate comfort food with "The Best Toad in the Hole: Comfort at Its Best." This classic British recipe combines golden, puffed Yorkshire pudding batter with perfectly browned sausage links for a hearty and satisfying meal. Featuring simple pantry staples like plain flour, whole milk, and eggs, this dish comes together with ease yet delivers maximum flavor. The key to its irresistible texture lies in preheating the roasting tin and sizzling the batter over hot oil—creating a crisp, airy crust that complements the juicy sausages. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. Serve it piping hot with a generous drizzle of onion gravy or your favorite sides like mashed potatoes and vegetables, and savor every bite of this timeless comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 g plain flour
- 3 large eggs
- 300 ml whole milk
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 8 sausage links
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cups onion gravy (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and place a 9x13 inch roasting tin inside to heat up.
In a large mixing bowl, add the plain flour and salt. Create a well in the center and crack in the eggs. Whisk gently, gradually incorporating the flour from the edges.
Slowly pour in the milk, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Add black pepper for seasoning. Set the batter aside to rest for at least 15 minutes.
While the batter is resting, heat a large frying pan over medium heat and brown the sausages for 5–7 minutes, turning frequently. They should be browned but not fully cooked through.
Carefully remove the hot roasting tin from the oven and add the vegetable oil. Place the browned sausages in the tin, spacing them evenly.
Quickly pour the rested batter over the sausages while the tin is still hot. Be cautious, as the oil may sizzle. This step helps the batter rise and become crispy.
Place the tin back into the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the batter is puffed and golden brown. Avoid opening the oven door while baking to prevent the batter from collapsing.
Once fully cooked, remove the tin from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve hot with onion gravy or your favorite side dishes like steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2853 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 189.2 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.8 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 915 mg | 305% | |
| Sodium | 7406 mg | 322% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.1 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 97.2 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.5 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 620 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1876 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
