Foolproof Yorkshire

Foolproof Yorkshire recipe

Yorkshire pudding, a traditional English dish which is sometimes referred to in the United States as the popover.  However, this dish has been made in England since the 17^TH century and is very popular, especially accompanying roasts. Yorkshire pudding only uses a few ingredients but can sometimes still be a challenge to get just right. Using this foolproof recipe and Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Spain, you can create a Yorkshire pudding that your family will love. Follow these simple steps and create a tasty side to your meal. If you are vegetarian, simply leave out the bacon and consider substituting it with onions. This delicious dish is one that tastes much better than it looks especially if it is your first time making it, but don’t let that discourage you! After trying it for yourself, you will proudly want to serve it on the side of your favorite stews and roasts

Preparation:

1. Sift the flour with a little bit of salt into a bowl.
2. In a separate container, combine the milk with 150ml of water.
3. Add a splash of Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Spain to a frying pan and fry the bacon.
4. Make a well in the middle of the flour and add the eggs. Stir in a little bit of the milk and water and mix until smooth. Add the bacon, then mix in the rest of the liquid until the batter is less thick and leave to rest for 15 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 230ºC (450ºF). Grease a 12-hole muffin tin with Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Spain and stick it in the oven for ten minutes.
6. Carefully remove the tin from the oven and fill it with the batter. Bake the Yorkshire puddings in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden.
7. Remove the tin from the oven and serve.

Now you have the perfect side dish for a Sunday roast. Do you fill your Yorkshire puddings with anything? Let us know!

Did you know that olive oils are the oils that can withstand the highest cooking temperatures? Learn more about why it is healthier to fry with olive oil.