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Cozy Traditional Dublin Coddle Irish Stew Recipe Perfect for Winter Nights

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A heartwarming traditional Irish stew featuring thick-cut sausages, Irish bacon, potatoes, and onions slowly simmered to create a comforting dish perfect for cold winter nights.

Ingredients

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  • 6 thick-cut pork sausages (preferably Irish-style or Cumberland sausages)
  • 8 oz (225 g) Irish bacon or thick-cut back bacon, sliced
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch (0.6 cm) rounds (Yukon Gold or Russet)
  • 2 large onions, sliced into rings
  • 2 cups (480 ml) good-quality chicken stock (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme (optional)
  • Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Wholegrain mustard or Irish brown bread, for serving

Instructions

  1. Slice the sausages into large chunks (about 1.5-inch/4 cm pieces). Cut the bacon into thick strips. Peel and slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch (0.6 cm) rounds. Slice the onions into rings.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sausages and bacon pieces and brown on all sides until golden, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the browned meat and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining butter to the pot and toss in the sliced onions. Cook gently over medium-low heat until softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes, stirring often.
  4. Return the sausages and bacon to the pot. Add a layer of sliced potatoes over the meat and onions, then season lightly with salt, pepper, and dried thyme if using. Repeat layering once more, finishing with a potato layer on top.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock and water until the ingredients are just covered (about 3 cups/720 ml total).
  6. Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover with a lid. Let simmer slowly for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until potatoes are tender and sausages fully cooked.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top for garnish. Serve hot with wholegrain mustard and Irish brown bread.

Notes

Keep heat low during simmering to avoid stew breaking down too much. Add more stock or water if liquid reduces too fast. Browning the meat is essential for deep flavor. Use thick-cut sausages and good-quality bacon for best results. Onions should be sliced in rings to soften without disappearing. Adjust salt carefully due to salty cured meats. Optional dried thyme adds subtle herbal note.

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Keywords: Dublin Coddle, Irish stew, traditional Irish recipe, winter stew, comfort food, sausages, potatoes, bacon

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