Dublin-Style Sausage and Bacon Coddle with Potatoes
A slow-cooked Irish breakfast classic featuring sausages, bacon, and potatoes simmered in a rich broth until tender and flavorful. This irish-inspired beef ready in about 130 minutes pairs Irish sausages, cut into 1-inch pieces smoked bacon, sliced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Irish sausages
- 6 oz, cut into 1-inch pieces smoked bacon
- 2, sliced onion
- 2 medium, peeled and sliced potatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2: In a baking dish, layer 12 oz Irish sausages, 6 oz smoked bacon (cut into 1-inch pieces), 2 sliced onions, and 2 medium potatoes (peeled and sliced).
- Step 3: Pour 2 cups beef broth and 1/2 cup heavy cream over the top, then sprinkle with 1 tsp dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Step 4: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1.5 hours, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Dublin-Style Sausage and Bacon Coddle with Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 130 minutes (10 min prep + 120 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Dublin-Style Sausage and Bacon Coddle with Potatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep irish sausages from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Dublin-Style Sausage and Bacon Coddle with Potatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Dublin-Style Sausage and Bacon Coddle with Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Dublin-Style Sausage and Bacon Coddle with Potatoes?
Irish beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Authentic and delicious. The potatoes soaked up all the flavors perfectly—my Irish grandmother would approve.
- ★★★★★
This recipe captured the essence of Dublin! My family was amazed by the authentic flavors and tender potatoes.
- ★★★★☆
The coddle was tasty, but I found it slightly bland. Next time I'll add more black pepper and thyme.
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