Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this classic French cassoulet. This ultimate cassoulet recipe features tender beans simmered with savory meats, aromatic vegetables, and fragrant herbs, all topped with a golden crust. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Great Northern or cannellini beans (soaked overnight)
- 1 lb pork sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup duck confit (shredded)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large Dutch oven, sauté the diced onion and chopped carrots over medium heat until tender.
- Add minced garlic, thyme, and bay leaves; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the sliced sausage and brown on all sides.
- Add soaked beans and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Transfer to an oven-safe dish if needed, then bake uncovered for 1 to 1.5 hours until bubbling and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg