Cannellini Bean Gratin with Herbed Bread Crumb Topp

Name: Cannellini Bean Gratin with Herbed Bread Crumb Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds dried cannellini beans (6 1/2 cups), soaked overnight and drained; 2 carrots; 2 celery ribs; 1 small onion, halved; 4 bay leaves; 1 head of garlic, halved horizontally, plus 7 cloves, minced; Bouquet garni made with 20 parsley stems, 10 thyme sprigs, 2 sage sprigs and 2 rosemary sprigs tied with twine; 1 1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; Salt; 4 cups fresh bread crumbs (from 1 baguette, crusts removed); 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped sage; 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Servings: persons

3 pounds dried cannellini beans (6 1/2 cups), soaked overnight and drained
2 carrots
2 celery ribs
1 small onion, halved
4 bay leaves
1 head of garlic, halved horizontally, plus 7 cloves, minced
Bouquet garni made with 20 parsley stems, 10 thyme sprigs, 2 sage sprigs and 2 rosemary sprigs tied with twine
1 1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Salt
4 cups fresh bread crumbs (from 1 baguette, crusts removed)
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped sage
1 tablespoon chopped rosemary
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1
In a large pot, combine the cannellini beans with the carrots, celery, onion, bay leaves, garlic head, bouquet garni and 1/2 cup of the olive oil.
2
Add 6 quarts of water and bring to a boil.
3
Simmer the beans over low heat until tender, about 1 hour; generously season the beans with salt about 10 minutes before they are done.
4
Let cool.
5
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375.
6
On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the bread crumbs with 1/2 cup of the olive oil and bake, stirring frequently, until golden and crisp, about 8 minutes.
7
Let cool, then transfer the bread crumbs to a bowl and toss with the chopped parsley, sage and rosemary.
8
Using the side of a chefs knife, mash the minced garlic to a paste with a generous pinch of salt.
9
Scrape the garlic paste into a small bowl and stir in the Dijon mustard.
10
Stir half of the garlic-mustard mixture into the toasted bread crumbs.
11
Drain the beans, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid; discard the carrots, celery, onion, bay leaves, garlic and bouquet garni.
12
Transfer the beans to 2 large, shallow baking dishes.
13
Whisk the vinegar and the remaining 1/2 cup of olive oil into the remaining garlic-mustard mixture, then stir in the reserved bean cooking liquid.
14
Pour the mixture over the beans and stir.
15
Sprinkle the bread crumbs on top and bake on the top shelf for 15 minutes, until hot and crusty.
16
Drizzle with olive oil and serve warm.

1582

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds dried cannellini beans (6 1/2 cups), soaked overnight and drained, 2 carrots, 2 celery ribs, 1 small onion, halved, and more.

Yes, Cannellini Bean Gratin with Herbed Bread Crumb Topping falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Cannellini Bean Gratin with Herbed Bread Crumb Topping

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