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Irish Coddle Soup Recipe

Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day like a comforting bowl of Irish Coddle Soup. This traditional Irish dish, packed with smoky bacon, savoury sausages, and tender potatoes, is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday. With the rich depth of Halenda’s Ruby Red Bacon and Halenda’s Kranska Sausages, this soup is sure to be a hit at your table.

This recipe was made by the one and only @scaleandtailor

What is Irish Coddle Soup?

Irish Coddle is a beloved Dublin dish, dating back centuries, known for its ability to transform simple ingredients into a hearty, flavour-packed meal. Originally a way to use up leftovers, this dish has evolved into a slow-simmered comfort food that’s perfect for chilly nights and festive gatherings alike.

Ingredients:

6 slices Halenda’s Ruby Red Bacon
2 small cooking onions, diced
2 Tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 tsp thyme
Salt & Pepper to taste
1 Tbsp paprika
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 large can beer
4-5 potatoes, quartered
4 cups beef broth
Halenda’s Kranska Sausages

How to Make Irish Coddle Soup:

Cook the Bacon & Onions:
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, slice your Halenda’s Ruby Red Bacon into ½” pieces and cook until almost crispy.
- Add the diced onions and sauté until they become translucent.
Build the Flavour Base:
- Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, parsley, and paprika.
- Cook for a few minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant.
Simmer with Beer:
- Pour in the beer and let it simmer on medium-high heat until it fully cooks down, enhancing the depth of flavour.
Add the Heart of the Dish:
- Stir in the quartered potatoes, beef broth, and Halenda’s Kranska Sausages.
- Cover and let simmer on medium-low heat for about 2 hours, allowing all the flavours to meld together beautifully.

Why This Recipe is Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day

This one-pot wonder is easy to prepare and packed with bold, traditional Irish flavours. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply looking for a cozy meal to warm up with, this dish is a must-try. Plus, the combination of Halenda’s Ruby Red bacon and our flavourful Kranska sausages ensures this soup is rich, satisfying, and absolutely delicious.

Pair it with:

A thick slice of crusty Irish soda bread
A cold pint of your favourite stout
A sprinkle of extra fresh parsley for a pop of colour

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Irish Coddle Soup Recipe

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this hearty Irish Coddle Soup, a slow-simmered dish featuring Halenda’s Ruby Red Bacon, Kranska Sausages, tender potatoes, and rich seasonings. Simmered in beer and beef broth, this comforting one-pot meal is packed with bold, savoury flavours. Perfect for a festive gathering or a cozy night in!

Recipe by Kara from @scaleandtailor

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Cook Time 2

Course dinner, holiday, st patricks day

Servings 4

Ingredients

6 slices Halenda's Ruby Red Bacon
2 Onions diced
2 tbsp Butter
3 cloves Garlic minced
1.5 tsp Thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp Paprika
1/4 cup Parsley fresh
1 can Beer large
4 Halenda's Kranska or Fresh Pork Sausages
5 Potatoes quartered
4 cups Beef broth

Instructions

Using a large pot on a medium high heat, begin your Irish Coddle Soup by slicing your bacon into 1/2" pieces.
Add the chopped bacon into your pot.
Once your bacon is almost all the way cooked through, add your diced onions.
Once your onions are almost translucent add your garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, parsley and paprika. Stir for a few minutes, or until your garlic becomes fragrant.
Next, add your beer. You want to fully render/cook this beer down. Simmer on medium high heat until the liquid as dissipated.
Once it has, add your potatoes, beef broth and sausages. Cover and let simmer (medium low heat).
Let this Irish coddle soup flavours come all together for about 2 hours.