A traditional British Sunday lunch can't be finished without Yorkshire pudding, those golden puffs that elevate every beef or chicken roast into a celebration. The original recipe for this pudding originates from 18th-century Yorkshire and was meant to make a beef roast last longer. It has a crunchy exterior, a creamy centre, and a cavity that eagerly embraces a cascade of savoury juices.
Yorkshire pudding is made using batter that has been rested and cooked in a very hot oven, which gives it its signature show-stopping texture and dramatic rise. Whether it's served with traditional roast meat, a rich vegetarian sauce, or even just on its own, Yorkshire puddings encapsulate the essence of welcoming hospitality in Britain. Present them steaming and watch them vanish in no time!
1 cup (120 g)Plain (all-purpose) flour
3Large eggs
180 mlWhole milk
½ tspSalt
¼ tspFreshly ground black pepper
4 tbspMelted butter
requiredBeef or vegetable gravy
for garnishFresh herbs (thyme or parsley)