Ina Garten's Cozy Cassoulet for Ultimate Comfort Food

Ina Garten's Cozy Cassoulet for Ultimate Comfort Food

Experience the warmth of Ina Garten's Cassoulet, a comforting dish blending savory meats and creamy white beans, truly a delight for the soul.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1 30

Total Time 2

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: French

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beans

3 cans White Beans drained and rinsed

For the Meats

4 links Sausages or alternatives like pork shoulder, lamb shanks, or duck confit
1 lb Chicken or Duck whichever is preferred

For the Aromatics

1 medium Onion chopped
3 cloves Garlic minced

For the Sauce

2 cups Tomatoes canned or fresh, roughly chopped
2 tbsp Herbs thyme and bay leaf, fresh or dried

For the Topping

1 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used

Equipment

large pot or Dutch oven
baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish.
If using dried beans, soak overnight; otherwise, rinse and drain the canned beans.
In a pot, heat olive oil, sauté onions and garlic for 5–7 minutes until translucent.
Add sausages or meat, brown for 8–10 minutes.
Stir in beans, tomatoes, and herbs, then add chicken stock to cover.
Cover and simmer on low for 1.5 hours.
Uncover, adjust seasoning, transfer to baking dish, and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until topping is golden brown.
Remove from oven, let cool slightly, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Taste as you go and adjust seasoning as needed. High-quality sausage enhances flavor—a dash of smoked paprika can also add depth.

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