Hairy Bikers Cassoulet Recipe
The Hairy Bikers Cassoulet Recipe is warm, rich and full of comfort. It is perfect for cold days. This dish is packed with beans, sausage and tender meat.
Ingredients
- 400 g canned white beans drained
- 6 pork sausages
- 200 g smoked bacon chopped
- 2 chicken thighs skin removed
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 carrot diced
- 1 celery stick chopped
- 400 g canned chopped tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Brown the Sausages
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan. Add sausages and cook until browned. Turn them gently for even color. Remove and set aside.
Cook the Bacon and Chicken
- In the same pan, add chopped bacon. Cook until slightly crispy. Add chicken thighs and brown lightly on both sides. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Vegetables
- Add onion, garlic, carrot and celery to the pan. Cook for five minutes. Stir often. The vegetables should soften and smell fragrant.
Add Tomatoes and Stock
- Stir in tomato paste and chopped tomatoes. Pour in chicken stock. Add thyme and bay leaf. Mix everything gently.
Combine All Ingredients
- Place beans in the casserole dish. Add browned sausages, bacon, and chicken. Pour the tomato mixture over the top. Stir lightly.
Bake Slowly
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Cover dish with lid or foil. Bake for 60 minutes. Slow cooking helps flavors blend beautifully.
Add Breadcrumb Topping
- Remove foil. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top. Bake uncovered for 20–30 minutes. The top should become golden and crisp.
Rest Before Serving
- Remove from oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. This helps thicken the sauce. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use duck legs for a traditional French touch.
- Add fresh herbs for brighter flavor.
- Replace chicken with lamb for richness.
- Use homemade beans for deeper taste.
- Stir gently to avoid breaking beans.
- Let it rest overnight for even better flavor.