British Toad in the Hole (Sausages in Batter) With Sherry Onion

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0
British Toad in the Hole (Sausages in Batter) With Sherry Onion Recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 thick pork sausages ( I prefer cumberland or sage )
100 g plain flour ( all purpose )
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg , beaten
1/2 pint milk , and water mixed
1 onion , chopped anyway you like
1 fluid ounce sherry wine
1 small knob butter
gravy , granules

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
600
Sugar
5g
Fat
40g
Toad in the Hole is a classic British dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It consists of sausages cooked in a batter that puffs up and becomes golden brown in the oven. The dish is usually served with a gravy made from onion and sherry wine, adding a sweet and savory flavor to the dish. This hearty and filling meal is perfect for those cold winter nights and is sure to satisfy any hungry appetite.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 220 C / Gas mark 7.
2.Prick sausages with a fork, and arrange in a lightly greased 20x30cm baking dish.
3.In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and pepper.
4.Mix in the beaten egg and gradually whisk in the milk and water mixture, stirring until smooth.
5.Pour the batter over the sausages in the dish.
6.Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the batter is golden brown and puffed up.
7.While the Toad in the Hole is cooking, place a small knob of butter in a frying pan and add the chopped onion.
8.Cook over a low heat until the onion is soft.
9.Add the sherry wine and continue to cook until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
10.Follow the instructions on the gravy granules packet to make the gravy, stirring in the sherry onion mixture.
11.Serve the Toad in the Hole with the sherry onion gravy on top.

PROS

This dish is a classic British comfort food that is hearty and filling.

The Toad in the Hole can be made quickly and easily using only a few simple ingredients.

CONS

This dish can be quite high in fat and calories due to the sausages and batter.

It may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions such as vegans or those who are gluten intolerant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Toad in the Hole may not be particularly healthy, it can provide a good source of protein and energy to fuel your body.
Sausages are a good source of iron and vitamin B12 which can help support your immune system and promote healthy blood cells.
The onions in the sherry onion gravy contain antioxidants which can help reduce inflammation and support heart health.

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