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Cassoulet

Classic Cassoulet Recipe: Hearty Traditional French Dish

Discover the joys of cooking a hearty Cassoulet, a traditional French dish filled with rich flavors and comforting ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beans and Meats
  • 1.5 cups dried navy or cannellini beans soaked overnight
  • 1 lb pork sausage sliced
  • 1 cup duck confit or chicken thighs
Herbs and Seasonings
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 large sweet onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • water enough to cover ingredients

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Soak the beans in water overnight.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, brown the sausage slices; remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in the same pot until translucent.
  4. Add soaked beans, cooked sausage, duck confit (or chicken), thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Pour in enough water to cover everything by about an inch.
  5. Bring to a boil; then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about two hours.
  6. Uncover and cook for an additional 30 minutes to crisp the top layer before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to customize your Cassoulet with spicy chorizo or add greens for a nutrient boost. This dish is perfect for meal prep or special occasions.

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