This slow cooker 5-ingredient Irish sausage coddle is the kind of cozy, stick-to-your-ribs meal my grandmother made every March when the weather couldn’t decide if it was winter or spring. It’s a simple Dublin-style comfort dish of sausages, potatoes, onions, and bacon simmered together in a savory broth until everything is tender and flavorful.
Rustic bowl of Irish sausage coddle on a kitchen table
Rustic bowl of Irish sausage coddle on a kitchen table
With just a handful of ingredients and the help of a slow cooker, you can have the same comforting, old-fashioned meal on your table with almost no fuss—perfect for busy family nights or a laid-back St. Patrick’s Day supper.
Serve this coddle straight from the slow cooker into warm bowls, making sure everyone gets a mix of sausages, bacon, potatoes, and onions with plenty of broth. It’s lovely with thick slices of crusty bread or Irish soda bread for soaking up the juices.
Bowls of coddle served with crusty bread
Bowls of coddle served with crusty bread
A simple green salad or steamed green beans balances the richness, and if you like, a knob of butter on the hot potatoes or a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley at the table adds a bright finishing touch.
Slow Cooker Irish Sausage Coddle
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 pounds thick pork sausages (Irish-style or bratwurst)
8 ounces thick-cut bacon, chopped
2 pounds yellow potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
2 large yellow onions, sliced into thick wedges
3 cups low-sodium chicken or beef broth
Raw coddle ingredients arranged on a countertop
Raw coddle ingredients arranged on a countertop
Directions
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until it is browned and crisp, 6–8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a paper towel–lined plate, leaving the bacon drippings in the pan.
