Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

garlic

unpeeled head

4 ounce

pancetta

chopped

2 cup

onions

vertically sliced

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 tbsp

white wine vinegar

4.5 cup

butternut squash

cubed, peeled

0.5 cup

vegetable broth

0.5 tsp

dried thyme

0.25 tsp

salt

0.13 tsp

fresh ground black pepper

4 unit

cannellini beans

rinsed, drained

1 unit

bay leaf

2 slice

white bread

2 tbsp

parmesan cheese

grated

0.5 tsp

olive oil

1 tbsp

fresh parsley

chopped

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~7 min

Remove skin from garlic head without peeling or separating the cloves.

Step 3
~7 min

Wrap garlic head in foil.

Step 4
~7 min

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour.

Step 5
~7 min

Let cool for 10 minutes.

Step 6
~7 min

Separate garlic cloves, squeezing to extract the inside; reserve half for another use.

Step 7
~7 min

In a large pot on medium-high heat, sauté the pancetta for 5 minutes or until crisp.

Step 8
~7 min

Remove pancetta and set aside.

Step 9
~7 min

Add onion and 1 tablespoon olive oil to drippings in pan.

Step 10
~7 min

Sauté for 5 minutes.

Step 11
~7 min

Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 25 minutes to brown onion, stirring frequently until tender.

Step 12
~7 min

Add vinegar.

Step 13
~7 min

Raise oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Step 14
~7 min

Add garlic pulp, pancetta, squash, broth, thyme, salt, pepper, cannellini beans, and bay leaf to onions, stirring well.

Step 15
~7 min

Pulse bread in a food processor about 10 times to make 1 cup dry crumbs.

Step 16
~7 min

Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and 1/2 teaspoon olive oil.

Step 17
~7 min

Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over squash mixture.

Step 18
~7 min

Cover and bake for 50 minutes or until squash is tender.

Step 19
~7 min

Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes or until topping is browned.

Step 20
~7 min

Discard bay leaf.

Step 21
~7 min

Sprinkle with parsley.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the butternut squash separately for a deeper flavor.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Use stale bread for the breadcrumb topping.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Pair with crusty bread for dipping.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Crusty Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France (inspired)

Cultural Significance

Cassoulet is a traditional French dish, often associated with comfort food and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall Harvest Festivals

Occasion Tags

Fall
Winter
Thanksgiving
Christmas

Popularity Score

75/100

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