Sausage and Bean Coddle Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of pork sausage, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 can of cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can of diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup of chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special Equipment Needed:
- Dutch oven or large pot with lid

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a Dutch oven or large pot, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove from the pot and set aside.
3. In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
4. Add the carrots and celery and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Add the beans, tomatoes, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
6. Add the cooked sausage back into the pot and stir.
7. Cover the pot with a lid and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
8. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes to brown the top.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 1 hour
Temperature:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4-6 people.

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Protein: 23g
- Fiber: 8g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork sausage can be substituted with chicken or turkey sausage.
- Cannellini beans can be substituted with any white bean.
- Chicken broth can be substituted with vegetable broth.

Variations:
- Add diced potatoes for a heartier meal.
- Use Italian sausage for a spicier flavor.
- Add chopped kale or spinach for added nutrition.

Tips and Tricks:
- Use a good quality sausage for the best flavor.
- Make sure to drain and rinse the beans before adding them to the pot.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.

Storage Instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation Ideas:
- Serve in individual bowls with a sprig of fresh thyme on top.

Garnishes:
- Fresh thyme or parsley.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Roasted Brussels sprouts
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Crusty bread

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the coddle is too thick, add more chicken broth or water to thin it out.

Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to cook the sausage to an internal temperature of 165°F.

Food History:
- Coddle is a traditional Irish dish that typically includes sausage, bacon, and potatoes.

Flavor Profiles:
- Savory, hearty, and comforting.

Serving Suggestions:
- Serve hot with crusty bread and a side salad.

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Region: Irish

Taste: Savory, Meaty, Hearty, Comforting