Rustic Meat and Bean Pot

Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray

Show: 30 Minute MealsEpisode: One Pot Meal

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (44)

RECIPE
COMMENTS & REVIEWS(44)

Cook Time:
25 min
Level:
Intermediate
Yield:
4 servings

Times:

Prep: 15 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 25 min
Total:: 40 min

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Ingredients

1 pound sweet Italian sausage links brushed with extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn around the pan
1 slice bacon, chopped
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size chunks
1 boneless 8 ounce pork loin chop, cut into bite-size chunks
1 teaspoon ground thyme or poultry seasoning
Coarse salt and black pepper
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 rib celery, chopped
1 bay leaf, fresh or dried
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes in puree
2 cans cannellini beans, drained
1/2 loaf crusty baguette, split lengthwise
1 clove garlic, cracked, for garnish
A drizzle extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

Preheat broiler to high. Place sausages on a broiler pan and cook 6 inches from heat source 15 minutes turning once.

Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn around the pan, and chopped bacon. Cook bacon 1 minute, then add chicken and pork and brown cubes on all sides, 3 minutes. Season meats with thyme, salt, and pepper, and add garlic, vegetables, and bay leaf to the pot. Cook 5 minutes stirring occasionally, then deglaze pan with the wine.

Slice sausages on an angle and add pieces to the pot on the stove. Stir in tomatoes and beans and heat them through. Adjust seasonings and remove pan from heat.

Broil the split baguette until golden. Rub bread with cracked garlic and drizzle with oil. Coarsely chop bread and scatter the chunks around the edge of the pan. Serve the cassoulet directly from the hot pot at the table.

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Debby Denver, CO 03-26-2009
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I didn't know I could be so happy
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is a keeper! I did add ~ 1 1/2 cups of beef stock thicken with 1 Tbsp of cornstarch. I also had duck confit in the... house so used it instead of the chicken for a more authentic flavor. I think a lamb sausage would be devine in this. This baby is a keeper!!! Read more
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Meredith Raleigh, NC 02-15-2009
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Quite delightful!
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

This recipe invites creativity! All in all - it is a terrific recipe, and I will definitely make this cassoulet again. I... roasted a whole chicken and used the entire bird in the cassoulet, as well as a little over a pound of sausage for the meets. Also,I used probably half-a-bottle (or more) of chardonnay and I know I put extra garlic in as well. It was very, very good! ps - just wondering how much better a "real" cassoulet is than this .... in that, why spend 2 days on a dish when this one can be done in less than an hour?Read more
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Jessica Grand Junction, CO 01-01-2009
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A Little Tweaking = More YUMMY!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I loved this dish but I did make a few changes . . . When I started to brown the chicken and pork I seasoned the pot with... Emeril's "Essence" rather than just salt, pepper & poultry seasoning. I think this helped flavor the dish immensely . . . I didn't quite double the recipe but I added 2 cans of tomatoes and a bit more carrot and celery. Also when I added the wine, I poured in 1 can of chicken stock and let the pot simmer for almost 2 hours . . . I added the beans during the last 30 minutes so they would have flavor but wouldn't get mushy. This dish was awesome . . . I love to order Cassoulet at my favorite restaurant but would never attempt to make the "real" thing . . . This dish was loved by all and will definitely be made in my kitchen again!Read more
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Mim W. Melbourne, FL 11-13-2008
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Rustic Meat and Bean Pot
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Thanks, Rachael. One of the best things about your recipes is that they're 'family friendly' and easy to tweak to suit my... family's tastes. I used hot Italian sausages, left out the poultry seasoning and used drained red kidney beans in place of the cannellini. This recipe's a keeper!Read more
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Carolyn Rocksprings, TX 10-30-2008
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Excellent Slow Cooker Meal, Too
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I doubled the recipe and then cooked it in a slow cooker....yummo!!!! If you can't find diced tomatoes, just use regular... diced tomatoes and add 1 can of tomato paste (for a doubled recipe). Really was a star dish here in West Texas during Deer Season! Read more
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Vivian Hurst, TX 10-12-2008
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Yummilicious
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

My entire family enjoyed this recipe. The chicken, sausage, and beans along with the herbs combined for a spicy, filling... meal. It would be excellent on a cold autumn or winter night. After reading the other comments, I reduced the amount of chicken stock to 1 cup to reduce the possiblility of "soupiness". I also drained the beans prior to use. It did take longer than 30 minutes to prepare because you have to shred carrots and finely cut the celery, but it was well worth the time. I will definitely make it again. Read more