Toad in the Hole

Ingredients

  • 8 sausages (vegeterian if needed)
  • 140g plain flour
  • 300ml whole milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or beef drippings
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional, for garnish)

Method

  1. Place the glass dishes in the oven and preheat to 220°C (200°C fan).
  2. Once the oven is at temperature add the beef dripping or oil and place the sausages in the dish(es). For frozen sausages, cook for 15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, prepare the batter. Measure out the flour, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  4. In another bowl whisk together the eggs and milk. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.
  5. Carefully remove the hot dish from the oven and pour the batter over the sausages.
  6. Return the dish to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the batter is puffed and golden. Do not open the oven during this time or the batter will deflate.
  7. Serve hot with veg. and gravy.

Turkey Burgers

Ingredients

  • 450g ground turkey
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for binding)
  • 1 egg
  • Finely chopped onion
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)

Method

  1. Prepare the Burger Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs (if using), egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
    Gently mix the ingredients together using your hands or a fork until everything is well combined, but avoid overmixing to keep the burgers tender.
  2. Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties, about 1/2 inch thick. You can press a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing up while cooking.
  3. Cook the Burgers: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or on a grill over medium heat.
    Cook the turkey patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, until they are browned on the outside and reach an internal temperature of 74°C. Avoid pressing down on the burgers while cooking, as this can dry them out.
  4. Assemble the Burgers: Toast your burger buns, if desired.
    Place the cooked turkey patties on the buns and add your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and condiments.

Yorkshire Puddings

This recipe yields 12 Yorkshire puddings.

Ingredients

  • 140g plain flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 200ml milk
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or beef dripping)

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (fan 200°C) or gas mark 7.
  2. Prepare the batter by sieving the flour and salt into a bowl.
  3. Whisk the eggs into the flour until fully combined.
  4. Gradually add the milk while continuing to whisk, creating a smooth, lump-free batter.
  5. Heat the oil or beef dripping in a muffin tin by placing it in the oven for around 5 minutes until very hot.
  6. Pour the batter into the heated muffin tin, filling each section about halfway.
  7. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the Yorkshire puddings are risen, golden, and crisp.
  8. Serve immediately