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Cozy Dublin Coddle Irish Sausage Stew

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A comforting Irish stew featuring browned sausages, caramelized onions, and tender potatoes simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for cozy family dinners and easy to make with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 8 Irish pork sausages (or bratwurst or favorite thick sausage)
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced into thick rounds (Yukon Gold or Russet)
  • 3 large onions, thinly sliced (yellow onions preferred)
  • 4 cups (960 ml) chicken or vegetable broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) dry white wine or apple cider (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional add-ins: 1 cup (150 g) diced carrots
  • Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup (75 g) chopped leeks

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice potatoes into thick rounds about 1/2 inch thick. Thinly slice onions and mince garlic. Dice carrots and leeks if using.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown sausages on all sides for 5-7 minutes until golden but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and remaining oil to the pot. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally for 10-12 minutes until onions are golden brown and caramelized.
  4. Add minced garlic, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding burning the garlic.
  5. Pour in white wine or apple cider if using, scraping up browned bits from the pot bottom.
  6. Layer half the potato slices over the onions, then half the sausages. Repeat with remaining potatoes and sausages. Sprinkle carrots and leeks among layers if using.
  7. Pour chicken broth over the layers to almost cover ingredients (about 4 cups). Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  8. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour until potatoes are tender and sausages cooked through. Add water or broth if needed to prevent drying.
  9. Remove bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley before serving.
  10. If stew is too watery near the end, uncover and increase heat for 5-10 minutes to thicken broth slightly.
  11. Let stew rest off heat for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle.

Notes

Do not rush caramelizing onions as it builds flavor. Brown sausages evenly over medium-high heat. Layer ingredients rather than mixing to maintain texture. Use low heat to avoid tough sausages and mushy potatoes. Season lightly at first and adjust at the end. Let stew rest 10 minutes before serving. For gluten-free, use gluten-free sausages and broth. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil or plant-based alternative.

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