Cassoulet Toulousain (cassoulet Toulousain)

Cassoulet toulousain is a traditional Occitan dish hailing from the Toulouse region of France. This hearty casserole is packed with beans, meats, and savory flavors, making it a perfect comfort food for a cozy evening.

Cassoulet Toulousain (cassoulet Toulousain)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried white beans
  • 4 duck legs
  • 1 pound pork shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 1/2 pound slab bacon, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Soak the white beans in water overnight.
  2. In a large pot, brown the duck legs, pork shoulder, and bacon over medium heat.
  3. Add the onion, garlic, and tomatoes to the pot and cook until the onions are soft.
  4. Stir in the soaked white beans, bay leaves, thyme, black pepper, and chicken broth.
  5. Simmer the cassoulet for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Transfer the cassoulet to a large casserole dish and top with breadcrumbs mixed with olive oil.
  8. Bake for 1 hour, or until the top is golden and crispy.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
3 hours
Total time:
3 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Casserole dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the cassoulet toulousain with a side of crusty bread and a simple green salad.

Tips & tricks

For an extra layer of flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the cassoulet before baking.

Cost

$25