First, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and chopped bacon. Cook until browned and crispy. This step not only imparts rich flavors but also adds texture to the coddle. Once cooked, transfer the mixture to your slow cooker.

Next, chop your onion and mince the garlic. In the same skillet, add the onion and cook for a few minutes until translucent. Toss in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. This will enhance the aromatic base of your stew. Add the onion and garlic to the slow cooker with the bacon and sausage.

Now, it’s time for the star of the show—the potatoes. Peel them and cut them into large cubes. Add the cubed potatoes into the slow cooker. They will soak up all the flavors as they cook, offering a delightful heartiness to the dish.

Sprinkle the dried parsley, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme over the ingredients in the slow cooker. Don’t be shy with the seasonings; they bring the coddle to life!

Pour in the low-sodium beef broth. It should cover the ingredients but not drown them. The liquid will merge with the fats from the sausage and bacon, creating a depth of flavor that’s quintessentially Irish.

Now, cover your slow cooker and set it on low for approximately 6-8 hours. You want the potatoes to be tender, and the flavors should meld beautifully.