Yorkshire pudding is a baked pudding that is a common British side dish and can be served in numerous ways depending on its ingredients, size, and the accompanying components. It is made from a batter of eggs, flour, and milk or water. The dish likely existed long before the mid-18th century when printed recipes for it first appeared. Yorkshire pudding is traditionally served with a Sunday roast and is similar to American popovers, with crispy edges and a creamy center. The dish is meant to be served with gravy or sauce to moisten the pudding. The Royal Society of Chemistry suggests that a Yorkshire pudding isnt a Yorkshire pudding if it is less than four inches tall. The dish is made by pouring a batter made from milk, flour, and eggs into oiled and preheated baking pans. The batter is then baked until the Yorkshire puddings are well risen, golden brown, and crisp. Yorkshire pudding is a versatile food that can be served as a course on its own before the meat lands on the table or as a side dish.