Bean and Sausage Cassoulet
Bean and Sausage Cassoulet is a hearty, slow-cooked casserole originating from the south of France, particularly the Languedoc region. It is a rich, comforting stew centered around white beans (like haricot or cannellini) and various sausages, often along with other meats like duck confit or pork, all baked together until a golden crust forms.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in both protein and fat, with a substantial amount of carbohydrates from the beans. It provides significant iron, potassium, and B vitamins, and a typical serving contains roughly 500-700 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 620 kcal |
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Fiber | 12 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 1150 mg |
| Iron | 5.2 mg |
| Potassium | 820 mg |
| Phosphorus | 380 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.8 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 9.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Folate | 120 mcg |
| Zinc | 5.8 mg |
Per 1.5 cups (360 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, cassoulet is a celebrated peasant dish with a history of being a communal, restorative meal, and different towns in France famously debate their 'authentic' recipe. Nutritionally, the combination of slow-cooked beans and meat creates a complete protein profile and a very satisfying, energy-dense meal.
