Cheat's one-pot cassoulet

This is comfort food from France. Beans, like lentils, are a great source of fiber and have even been found to improve quality of sleep. Serve steaming hot with lots of green leafy vegetables.

Updated at: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 23:52:28 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories498.5 kcal (25%)

Total Fat32.8 g (47%)

Carbs24.9 g (10%)

Sugars5.3 g (6%)

Protein27.6 g (55%)

Sodium2085.3 mg (104%)

Fiber6.9 g (25%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

1 Tbspolive oil

400gspicy sausages

1onion

large, peeled and thinly sliced

100gbacon

cubed, or pancetta or smoked lardons

400gcan cannellini beans

400gcan chopped tomatoes

1 teaspoondried mixed herbs

150mlwater

fresh parsley

chopped, to serve

Instructions

Step 1

Heat the oil in a wide base, non-stick saucepan or flame proof casserole, add the sausages and cook over a medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until lightly browned on all sides, turning regularly. Remove from the pan and transfer to a board.

Step 2

Add the onion and bacon to the pan and cooked for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring regularly until golden.

Step 3

Cut the sausages in half and return them to the pan, and add the beans tomatoes and herbs. Stir in 150 mL of water and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover loosely and cook for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add an extra splash of water if the sauce thickens too much.

Step 4

Season to taste with sea salt and generous amounts of black pepper and stir in the parsley to serve.