One-Pot Irish Potato, Sausage & Onion Stew

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs smoked or fresh Irish-style pork sausages (bangers work best), cut into chunks

• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

• 2 large yellow onions, sliced

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

• 3 large carrots, sliced

• 3 cups chicken or beef stock

• 2 bay leaves

• 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)

• 1 tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Brown the Sausage:

   • Heat olive oil or butter in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

   • Add sausage pieces and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.

2. Cook the Onions:

   • In the same pot, add onions and cook until soft and golden, about 8 minutes.

   • Stir in garlic and cook another minute.

3. Build the Stew:

   • Add potatoes and carrots, stirring to coat in the onion mixture.

   • Return sausages to the pot.

   • Pour in stock and Guinness (or extra broth).

   • Add bay leaves, thyme, pepper, and a little salt. Stir well.

4. Simmer:

   • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 45–55 minutes, until potatoes are tender and the stew is hearty and thickened.

5. Finish & Serve:

   • Taste and adjust seasoning.

   • Garnish with chopped parsley.

   • Serve hot with crusty Irish soda bread or a side of buttered rolls.