French Gourmet Pork, Sausage, and Vegetable Stew

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
French Gourmet Pork, Sausage, and Vegetable Stew Recipe
in Stew

Prep

24 hours

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

27 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups dried white beans ( such as cannellini , borlotti , or Great Northern or diced potatoes added 30 minutes before cooking is )
5 -6 lbs trimmed boneless pork shoulder
3 garlic cloves , crushed , peeled
1 medium bouquet garni
5 juniper berries , crushed with the side of a knife , tied up in cheesecloth ( or 3 tsps . gin or equal parts crushed bay leaves and caraway seeds )
1 lb thick slab bacon , preferably with rind , left whole
1 large cabbage ( preferably Savoy )
1 lb pork or 1 lb garlic sausage
2 large carrots
1 medium turnip
1 medium onion , peeled
2 cloves
salt
10 slices thick toasted French bread

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
932
Sugar
1g
Fat
42g
French Gourmet Pork, Sausage, and Vegetable Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that hails from rustic French cuisine. It is a filling stew that is guaranteed to bring warmth on a cold day. The dish combines savory meats like pork and sausage with fresh vegetables like cabbage, carrots, onions, and turnips. The beans give it a creamy texture and give you a boost of protein. This dish is perfect for family dinners, celebrations or even as meal prep. Serve it with a crusty bread and enjoy the explosion of flavors with every bite.

Instructions

1.Rinse the beans well and place them in a large pot with enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat, cover and let stand for an hour.
2.Drain the beans and return them to the pot along with the pork shoulder and enough water to cover the meat.
3.Add garlic, bouquet garni, juniper berries, and bacon to the pot. Bring the pot to a boil on high heat,
4.then reduce to a low simmer and cook for 1 hour.
5.Add the sausage to the pot and continue cooking on low heat for another hour.
6.Peel the onion and stick the cloves in it. Add the onion, cabbage, carrots, and turnips to the pot, cover, and cook for another 30 minutes or until the vegetables and ham are tender.
7.Transfer the pork and sausage to a cutting board. Discard the bouquet garni, onion, and juniper berries, and then season the stew with salt, if needed.
8.Cut the pork into bite-size pieces and slice the sausage into rounds. Return the meats to the pot, reheat and serve topped with croutons and some crusty bread.

PROS

The dish is a hearty and flavorful gourmet stew that combines savory meats with tender vegetables.

The bouquet garni gives it an aroma that is reminiscent of traditional French cuisine.

This dish is filling and satisfying, and can be served alone or with a slice of bread.

CONS

The dish consists of fatty meats and can be quite heavy on the stomach.

It requires a lot of prep work, including soaking beans overnight, and nearly three hours of cooking time.

It is not considered a healthy dish since the meat contains a high amount of saturated fats, which may increase the risk of heart disease.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not known for its health benefits, the vegetables and beans offer a good source of dietary fiber and nutrients.
The cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C and K, antioxidants, and iron.
Beans provide a good source of protein and minerals like potassium and magnesium, which are essential for overall health.

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