Toad-in-the-Hole

Today Mom went off to a birthday luncheon, so Dad and I were by ourselves for lunch. I fixed Toad-in-the-Hole, and boy, was Dad happy! I think this recipe would also be a hit with small children, not only because of the fun name but because of the simple ingredients (basically, it's Yorkshire pudding and sausages).

Classic English Toad-in-the-Hole

• 1-1/2 cup plain flour
  
• salt and pepper
  
• 2 eggs
  
• 1-1/2 cup milk
  
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
  
• ~1 lb. of sausage links

Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Sift flour into a bowl with a pinch of salt and pepper. Make a well in the center of the flour. Gradually whisk the eggs and the milk into the center of the well in the flour to smooth out lumps. Cover and let stand 30 minutes.

Brown the sausages in a little olive oil and cook through, about 10 minutes.

Put sausages in a roasting pan, pour the batter over the sausages and place in oven. Cook for about 20 minutes or until batter is risen and golden. Serves 4-6.