the cook of cassoulet

Chef John’s Quick Cassoulet

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Description We’ve taken some short cuts to make a quick version of the French classic, cassoulet. Chicken thighs replace the classic, and time-consuming, duck confit; canned beans replace dried; and bacon serves as a convenient substitute for other, more involved smoked pork options. Ingredients 4 ounces bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces 8 ounces smoked … Read more

How to Make Cassoulet

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Description This is the world’s greatest baked bean recipe, and a classic French dish; it’s almost the national dish. It’s perfect for a cold winter night. Ingredients 1 pound dried Great Northern beans 1 whole clove ½ onion 4 cloves garlic, smashed 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon dried thyme ½ teaspoon dried rosemary 10 cups … Read more