Toulouse Cassoulet

• For 6 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 240 minutes
• Cooking time : 180 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Cassoulet
  • Dried white beans : 2 cups
  • Pork shoulder (cut into 1-inch cubes) : 1 pound
  • Duck confit : 2 legs
  • Smoked sausage (sliced) : 1 pound
  • Onion (chopped) : 1 medium
  • Carrot (chopped) : 1 medium
  • Garlic cloves (minced) : 4
  • Tomato paste : 2 tablespoons
  • Chicken broth : 4 cups
  • Bay leaves : 2
  • Fresh thyme (chopped) : 1 tablespoon
  • Bread crumbs (for topping) : 1 cup
  • Salt : to taste
  • Black pepper : to taste

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Steps

• Prepare the Beans
• Soak the dried white beans in water overnight.
• Drain and rinse the beans.
• Cook the Beans
• In a large pot, add the soaked beans and cover with water.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.
• Drain and set aside.
• Prepare the Cassoulet
• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat some oil over medium heat.
• Add the pork shoulder and cook until browned on all sides.
• Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.
• In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrot, and minced garlic.
• Cook until the vegetables are softened.
• Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute.
• Add the cooked beans, chicken broth, bay leaves, and fresh thyme.
• Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
• Bring the mixture to a simmer.
• Nestle the duck confit, smoked sausage, and browned pork shoulder into the pot.
• Cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven.
• Bake for 2-3 hours or until the meat is tender and the flavors have melded together.
• Finish and Serve
• Remove the pot from the oven and discard the bay leaves.
• Sprinkle the bread crumbs over the top of the cassoulet.
• Return the pot to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the bread crumbs are golden and crispy.
• Serve the Toulouse Cassoulet hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.

Tips

• For a richer flavor, you can make the cassoulet a day ahead and let it sit overnight before reheating and serving.
• This dish pairs well with a crusty baguette and a glass of red wine.

Information

• Toulouse Cassoulet is a traditional French dish originating from the city of Toulouse.
• It is a hearty casserole made with white beans, various meats, and aromatic vegetables.
• The long cooking time allows the flavors to develop and creates a deliciously comforting dish.