Toad in the hole is a well-known British food dating back to the 18th century. Although there is much debate about the origin and naming, it’s thought to have originated as a way to stretch prime cuts of meat. The meat is surrounded by a batter which absorbs all of the meats juices and fat, making for a rich and delicious one-pot meal.

Although toads never entered the baking dish, it seems the baking sausages popping up from the batter look as though toads popping out of a hole. But then again, I read a discussion thread where one Brit said his family passed down the recipe as ‘turd’ in a hole for many generations. The use of ‘toad’ was actually a play on words and intended as an inside joke. Hmm, how delightful.

You will not confuse this flavorful dish with anything feces-related, I guarantee.
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