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Classic Cassoulet Delight

Classic Cassoulet Delight

Discover the rich flavors of Classic Cassoulet Delight a hearty French tradition with tender beans and savory meats perfect for any occasion
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 570
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g white beans
  • 200 g Toulouse sausage
  • 200 g duck confit
  • 100 g pork belly
  • 1 unit onion
  • 2 unit carrots
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 unit bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaf)
  • 1 liter chicken broth
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • to taste breadcrumbs for topping

Equipment

  • Large pot for soaking and cooking beans
  • Skillet for browning pork belly and sautéing vegetables
  • Oven-safe dish for baking the cassoulet
  • Wooden spoon for stirring
  • Colander for draining beans

Method
 

  1. Soak the white beans in cold water overnight.
  2. Drain and rinse the soaked beans, then cover with fresh water and boil for about an hour until tender. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, brown the diced pork belly until golden and crispy, then remove and set aside, keeping the fat in the pan.
  4. Sauté the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and minced garlic in the skillet until soft and fragrant.
  5. Return the cooked beans and pork belly to the pot, add chicken broth, Toulouse sausage, duck confit, bouquet garni, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer on low for about 2 hours.
  6. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and bake for 30 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
  7. Serve hot, straight from the oven, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 32gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 11gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 12mg

Notes

Soak the beans overnight to ensure they cook evenly. Use good quality chicken broth for better flavor. Don’t skip the browning step for the pork belly; it enhances the dish significantly. For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine while combining the ingredients. This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat with a bit of liquid to maintain moisture.
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