I don't know why, but I did think you had toad-in-the-hole in your neck of the woods.
HI Pen,
A quick sleepy reply.
The term “toad in the hole” can refer to different dishes depending on the region.
Let me break it down for you:
American Toad in the Hole: In the United States, “toad in the hole” typically means an egg cooked in the hole cut out of a piece of bread. Here’s how you can make it: Cut a 3-inch hole in the middle of a slice of bread and discard the cut-out portion. Melt 1 teaspoon of butter in a small skillet and place the bread in the skillet. Crack a large egg into the hole in the bread. Cook over medium heat until the bread is lightly browned (about 2 minutes), then flip and cook the other side until the egg yolk is almost set. Season with salt and pepper. This fun egg-in-a-hole is a simple and delightful breakfast option
British Toad in the Hole: In Britain, “toad in the hole” refers to a different dish altogether: It consists of sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding batter. The sausages are nestled into the batter and baked until golden and puffy. It’s often served with onion gravy and veggies. Yorkshire pudding is similar to popovers in the US or Dutch baby pancake.
Australian “toad in the hole.” While it shares the name with the British classic, it has its own twist: This version is a delightful combination of sausages and eggs. Here’s how you can cook the eggs: Cut a hole in the center of each slice of bread using an egg ring or wine glass. Start frying the bread in a buttery pan and crack an egg into the hole. Flip each slice over after two minutes and cook for another minute. Fry the center circles in butter and add them to the plate to mop up the runny yolk. It’s a simple yet satisfying breakfast or brunch option
So, whether you’re craving the British, American, or Australian version, there’s a “toad in the hole” for everyone!
I do the Australian version in an air-fryer, which I am forever grateful to Moira for recommending one to me. I often cook bacon and chips with the egg.
