Butter Me Up Baked Butter Bean Bacon and Thyme Cassoulet
Dive into the cozy, rustic flavors of our "Butter Me Up Baked Butter Bean Bacon and Thyme Cassoulet," a hearty and satisfying twist on a French classic. This one-pan wonder combines creamy butter beans, crispy streaky bacon, and the aromatic elegance of fresh thyme, all slow-simmered in a savory tomato and vegetable broth. Topped with a golden, buttery crust of panko breadcrumbs and parmesan, this cassoulet offers the perfect balance of crunch and comfort. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an ideal dish for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. Serve it warm with crusty bread and a side salad for a meal that’s as nourishing as it is indulgent. Perfect for fans of hearty casseroles, this recipe is sure to become a new cozy-weather favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 800 grams butter beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 200 grams streaky bacon, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 500 milliliters chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or casserole over medium heat.
Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery until softened, about 8 minutes.
Stir in the fresh thyme and tomato paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes to release the flavors.
Add the butter beans, chicken or vegetable stock, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove the bay leaf and stir the cooked bacon back into the mixture.
Combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and melted butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the cassoulet.
Transfer the skillet or casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden and crisp.
Carefully remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of your homemade cassoulet!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.9 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 2677 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.7 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1445 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
