Colby Garrelts' White Bean Cassoulet With Pork Loin

Name: Colby Garrelts' White Bean Cassoulet With Pork Loin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Smithfield Original Recipe Pork Loin Filets (about 3 pounds total), trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes; 3 cups panko breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup melted butter; 1 pound dry cannellini or Great Northern beans, soaked overnight; 8 cloves plus 3 cloves garlic, divided (8 cloves are whole, 3 cloves are minced); 1 medium plus 1 small yellow onion, divided (medium onion is peeled and halved, small onion is diced); 1 ham hock; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper; 5 slices bacon, diced; 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 bay leaf; 2 cups dry white wine; 3 cups chicken stock; 1/2 pound andouille sausage, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices

Servings: persons

2 Smithfield Original Recipe Pork Loin Filets (about 3 pounds total), trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
3 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup melted butter
1 pound dry cannellini or Great Northern beans, soaked overnight
8 cloves plus 3 cloves garlic, divided (8 cloves are whole, 3 cloves are minced)
1 medium plus 1 small yellow onion, divided (medium onion is peeled and halved, small onion is diced)
1 ham hock
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
5 slices bacon, diced
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
2 cups dry white wine
3 cups chicken stock
1/2 pound andouille sausage, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices

1
Heat oven to 400u00b0F. Mix breadcrumbs and butter together in small baking dish. Bake, tossing occasionally, until light golden brown and crisp, 8 to 12 minutes. Cool to room temperature; set aside.
2
Bring beans, whole garlic cloves, onion halves, ham hock, salt, pepper, and 8 cups water to a boil in stockpot over high heat. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until beans are almost fully tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Do not overcook the beans. Drain beans and discard garlic, onion, and ham hock.
3
Brown bacon in large Dutch oven over medium heat until fat is well rendered. Remove bacon with slotted spoon and drain. Carefully remove all but about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease from pan.
4
Place Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season pork loin cubes with salt and pepper. Working in 2 batches, saute half the pork until well browned, about 5 minutes. Set aside on plate. Repeat with remaining pork; set aside.
5
Add chopped onion to Dutch oven and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add 3 cloves minced garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf to onions; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
6
Add wine and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in chicken stock; increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Cover pan; reduce heat and simmer 40 minutes. Remove cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf.
7
Gently stir in browned pork cubes, andouille sausage, drained beans, and reserved bacon. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
8
Heat oven to 425u00b0F. Sprinkle panko topping evenly over surface of cassoulet. Bake for about 15 minutes until meat is hot and breadcrumbs are deep golden brown. Poke a small hole in the panko crust and let stand 10 minutes before serving.

1301

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Smithfield Original Recipe Pork Loin Filets (about 3 pounds total), trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes, 3 cups panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1 pound dry cannellini or Great Northern beans, soaked overnight, and more.

Yes, Colby Garrelts' White Bean Cassoulet With Pork Loin falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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