Toad In The Hole Recipe For 2
Introduction
Toad in the Hole is a classic British dish that is easy to make and perfect for a cozy night in. It consists of sausages baked in a Yorkshire pudding batter and served with gravy. This recipe is designed to serve 2 people, so it's perfect for a romantic dinner or a casual meal with a friend.Ingredients
To make Toad in the Hole for 2, you will need the following ingredients:- 4 sausages
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of milk
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1 cup of beef broth
Sausages
When it comes to choosing sausages for Toad in the Hole, you want to go for good quality meaty sausages. Cumberland sausages work well, but any variety of sausage that you enjoy will do.Flour
All-purpose flour is used for the Yorkshire pudding batter. Make sure the flour is sifted before you use it to ensure there are no lumps.Milk
Whole milk works best for this recipe, but you can use any kind of milk you have on hand.Eggs
You will need 2 eggs to make the batter for the Toad in the Hole.Vegetable oil
Vegetable oil is used to coat the baking dish and to cook the sausages.Salt and pepper
Season the batter and gravy with salt and pepper to taste.Butter
Butter is used to make the gravy.Cornstarch
Cornstarch is used to thicken the gravy.Beef broth
Beef broth is used to make the gravy. You can use bouillon cubes or powder if you don't have beef broth on hand.Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).Step 2: Brown the Sausages
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the sausages and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the heat and set aside.Step 3: Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour and 2 eggs. Gradually add 1 cup of milk to the mixture, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.Step 4: Prepare the Baking Dish
Coat a 9-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Place the browned sausages in the dish and pour the batter over them.Step 5: Bake the Toad in the Hole
Bake the Toad in the Hole for 25-30 minutes or until the batter is risen and golden brown.Step 6: Make the Gravy
While the Toad in the Hole is baking, melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch until it is smooth. Gradually add 1 cup of beef broth to the mixture, whisking continuously until the gravy is smooth and thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.Step 7: Serve
Serve the Toad in the Hole hot with the gravy poured over the top.Nutrition
The following nutrition information is per serving:- Calories: 715
- Protein: 34g
- Fat: 47g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1292mg