Toad in the Hole

Savoury, spicy, British breakfast dish. I doubt that you have eaten sausage prepared in this fashion.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 1 pound

Ingredients

• 1  ounce butter
• 1  lb sausage (links or sliced patties, seasoned with sage or other herbs, OR vegetarian sausages, seasoned to your)
• 4  ounces flour
• 1  egg (or equivalent egg substitute)
• 10  ounces milk

Directions

1. Pre-heat oven to 425 (220 C/ Gas 7).
2. Place butter and sausages in a 10" x 12" roasting pan.
3. Cook for 10 minutes, or until they are done to your liking.
4. Sift the flour into a bowl.
5. Break in the egg.
6. Gradually add half the milk, beating to form a smooth batter.
7. Pour in the remaining milk and beat until quite smooth.
8. Alternatively, add the flour, milk and egg to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
9. Pour the batter into the roasting pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, until the batter is well risen and golden.