WHOLE-GRAIN BEAN AND TURKEY CASSOULET

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This casserole is super flavorful, thanks to the turkey kielbasa, and packed with fiber, at 15 grams per serving (more than half the suggested daily intake!). Leftovers can be frozen for up to 1 month.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Cooking spray
1 medium onion, quartered
1 stalk celery, cut into 3-inch pieces
4 sprigs fresh parsley
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 clove garlic
1 dried bay leaf
2 whole cloves
3/4 cup whole-grain breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound smoked turkey kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 pound farro (about 2 1/4 cups)
Kosher salt
Two 15-ounce cans low-sodium great Northern beans, rinsed and strained
1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup dry red wine
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 3-quart casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside.
  • Cut a 12-inch square of cheesecloth, lay it flat and place the onion, celery, parsley, thyme, garlic, bay leaf and cloves in the center. Tie opposite corners of the cloth to make a packet; set aside.
  • Mix the breadcrumbs and melted butter together in a small bowl until the breadcrumbs are coated with the butter; set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add the kielbasa and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp around the edges, 8 to 10 minutes. (Take care not to let the kielbasa drippings burn; reduce the heat to medium-low if necessary.) Remove the kielbasa and set aside. Add the broth to the pot and scrape up any browned bits. Increase the heat to medium-high. Add 5 cups water; stir in the farro and 1/2 teaspoon salt and nestle the cheesecloth packet in the liquid. Bring to a boil, then partially cover and reduce the heat to simmer. Cook the farro, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 1 hour (it will just be visible above the liquid). Discard the cheesecloth packet. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, 1/2 cup water, wine, browned kielbasa, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of black pepper and bring to a medium boil; cook until much of the liquid has been absorbed and the beans and farro are visible above the liquid, about 10 minutes.
  • Carefully transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and top with the buttered breadcrumbs. Bake until golden brown and bubbling around the edges, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve hot.

ahscak aydkansv
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This cassoulet is a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less cayenne pepper next time.


Noku Tenda
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and hearty meal. The beans and turkey are a great source of protein, and the vegetables add a lot of nutrients.


lebohang makgosi
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I love the fact that this cassoulet is made with whole grain bread crumbs. It gives it a nice nutty flavor.


Orlando Charley
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it is definitely worth the effort.


Badsha Islam
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cassoulet turned out dry. I think I should have added more liquid.


Shahnoor shoukat ali
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This is a great recipe, but it is a bit pricey. I would recommend using less expensive cuts of meat.


Oluwole Olamide
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cassoulet turned out soupy. I think I should have cooked the beans for less time.


omar alexander ramos eguez
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This cassoulet is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Ardit cubi
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I made this cassoulet for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


pabitra barman
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Lisa Kishpaugh
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but I really enjoyed this cassoulet. The beans and sauce were so flavorful that I didn't even miss the meat.


Nathan Moreno
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This cassoulet is a bit time-consuming to make, but it is definitely worth the effort. The flavors are complex and delicious.


Sukurani Tamang
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I love the combination of turkey and beans in this cassoulet. The sauce is also very flavorful and rich.


MoiN MoiN
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This is a great recipe for a cold winter day. The cassoulet is hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


Azhar ali Jatoi
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I made this cassoulet in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. The turkey was moist and the beans were creamy. The sauce was also very flavorful.


Leon Ross
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This cassoulet was a hit with my family! The turkey and beans were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.