A hearty Irish stew featuring smoked sausages, bacon, potatoes, onions, and carrots slow-baked in beef broth for a rich, comforting flavor perfect for St. Patrick's Day.
0.5poundthick-sliced good quality smoked bacon (diced)
2poundsrusset potatoes (peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds)
2yellow onions (sliced into thin rounds)
3large carrots (sliced into thin rounds)
1teaspoonsaltto taste
0.5teaspoonfreshly ground black pepperto taste
2tablespoonschopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
In a large saucepan, combine the beef broth, sliced sausages, and diced bacon. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove sausages and bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside; keep broth reserved.
Lightly grease a Dutch oven or casserole dish. Spread one-third of the potatoes on the bottom. Layer with half of the onions and carrots, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
Top with half of the cooked sausage and bacon mixture. Repeat layering two more times, seasoning each layer with salt and pepper.
Pour the reserved beef broth over the top. Cover and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover, add 1/2 cup water if needed, and bake 15 more minutes until lightly browned.
Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and ladle into bowls.
Notes
Serve with a slice of homemade Irish soda bread and a Guinness for an authentic experience.