Toad in the Hole

Forget the funny name, this is an easy and inexpensive way to feed a hungry family or bunch of kids and a bit of fun prior to the London Olympics. It is a traditional English dish consisting of sausages in Yorkshire pudding batter, sometimes served with onion gravy. The origin of the name “Toad-in-the-Hole” is often disputed. Many suggestions are that the dish’s resemblance to a toad sticking its head out of a hole provides the dish with its somewhat unusual name. The recipe itself is rather simple but, like Yorkshire pudding, requires some skill to cook perfectly. Make sure the pan is well heated while the batter is prepared. The sausages and batter are added and cooked for half an hour.