How to Make Duck Cassoulet - A Step-by-Step Guide

Duck Cassoulet is a classic French dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. Originating from the Languedoc region in the south of France, this hearty stew is typically made with a variety of meats such as duck, sausage, and pork, along with white beans. The dish is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld together and creating a comforting and satisfying meal.

Traditionally, the dish was made by peasants and was considered a humble, rustic dish. However, Duck Cassoulet...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound pork sausage links, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon whole cloves
  • 1 whole onion, peeled
  • 3 sprigs fresh parsley
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • ½ pound bacon
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 pound dry navy beans, soaked overnight
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound skinned, boned duck breast halves, sliced into thin strips.
  • 1 fresh tomato, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 hrs 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 16 hrs
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • In a large skillet, brown the sliced sausage over medium heat.
  • Insert whole cloves into onion. Roll bacon up, and tie with a string. Tie together parsley, thyme, and rosemary.
  • In a large slow cooker, place soaked beans, sausage, bacon, onion studded with cloves, fresh herbs, bay leaf, carrots, minced garlic, and duck. Add enough water to cover the other ingredients. Cook for 1 hour on HIGH. Reduce heat to LOW, and continue cooking for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Remove onion, bacon, and herbs. Stir in chopped tomatoes. Continue cooking for 1/2 hour. Serve.
  • Nutrition

    548 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 104mg
    • Sodium: 585mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 16g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 37g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 126mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1208mg