Traditional French Cassoulet Recipe Serious Eats from www.seriouseats.com
Introduction
Cassoulet is a traditional French dish that is perfect for cold winter nights. It is a hearty and comforting meal that is made with white beans, meat, and vegetables. The dish is named after the cassole, the earthenware pot that it is traditionally cooked in.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients that you will need to make cassoulet:
2 cups dried white beans
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tbsp olive oil
1 lb pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can diced tomatoes
2 cups chicken broth
1 bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaves, parsley)
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
Instructions
Here is how you can make cassoulet: 1. Soak the beans in water overnight. Drain and rinse the beans the next day. 2. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. 3. In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until soft. 4. Add the pork, lamb, and sausage to the pot and cook until browned on all sides. 5. Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and bouquet garni to the pot. Bring to a simmer. 6. Add the beans to the pot and stir to combine. 7. Cover the pot and place it in the oven. Cook for 2-3 hours, or until the beans are tender. 8. In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and parsley. 9. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the cassoulet. 10. Increase the oven temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. 11. Return the pot to the oven and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the breadcrumb topping is golden brown. 12. Remove the pot from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Here is the approximate nutritional information for cassoulet:
Calories: 500
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fat: 25g
Fiber: 10g
Conclusion
Cassoulet is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is a bit time-consuming to make, but the end result is well worth the effort. This recipe makes enough to feed a crowd, so it's perfect for a dinner party or family gathering. Serve with a crusty baguette and a glass of red wine for a truly authentic French experience.
