Toad In The Hole

Directions

1. 1
   Make batter by sifting 4 ounces flour and pinch of salt; add 1 egg and about 1/3 of a half pint of milk.
2. 2
   Stir until smooth with wooden spoon, then stir in rest of milk.
3. 3
   Put 1 ounce shortening into baking pan.
4. 4
   Heat about 4 minutes; add sausage and heat 8 to 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Pour batter over sausages after they have heated through.
6. 6
   Cook in hot (450° to 475°) oven about 10 minutes, until beginning to rise.
7. 7
   Lower heat to moderate 375° oven and bake until golden brown, about 15 to 20 minutes.