Duck Cassoulet
with Toasted Ciabatta- Sulphites
- Gluten
- Milk
Duck can be used in so many delicious ways, sometimes it's hard to know where to begin. This decadent Southern French dish could be the perfect introduction to this wonderful protein! We let the duck shine by using everything duck breast has to offer, but it's the combination of beautifully seared meat and a luxurious buttery bean stew that makes this dish a winner. Happy eating!
Ingredients
2 unit
Duck Breast
14 g
Parsley and Thyme
113 g
Mirepoix
2 unit
Garlic, cloves
398 mL
Cannellini Beans
1 unit
Chicken Broth Concentrate
1 tbsp
Red Wine Vinegar
(Contains: Sulphites)
100 g
Bacon Strips
2 unit
Ciabatta Roll
(Contains: Gluten)
Not included in your delivery
3 tbsp
Unsalted Butter*
(Contains: Milk)
0.13 tsp
Salt*
0.13 tsp
Pepper*
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Before starting, preheat the oven to 450°F. Wash and dry all produce. Pat duck dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, score the skin-side of duck in a criss-cross pattern. Season with salt and pepper. Add duck, skin-side down, to a cold, large non-stick pan. Heat the pan over medium heat and sear until skin is crispy, 10-12 min. Flip duck over and cook until golden-brown, 2-3 min. Transfer duck to a parchment-lined baking sheet, skin-side up. (NOTE: Reserve pan and fat for use in step 3.) Roast duck in the middle of the oven until cooked through, 8-13 min.** When duck is done, transfer to a plate to rest, 3-5 min.
While duck cooks, peel, then mince or grate garlic. Roughly chop parsley. Strip thyme leaves from stems, then roughly chop.
Cut bacon into 1/4-inch pieces. Heat the same pan (from step 1) over medium. When hot, add bacon. Cook, stirring frequently, until bacon is crispy, 4-5 min.** Reserve 1 tbsp fat (dbl for 4 ppl) in a small bowl.
Add garlic, thyme and mirepoix to the pan with bacon. Season with salt and pepper, then cook, stirring frequently, until mirepoix is slightly softened, 3-5 min. Stir in cannellini beans and liquid, broth concentrate, vinegar and 1 1/2 cups water (dbl for 4 ppl). Bring to a simmer over medium-high, then reduce to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened slightly, 6-8 min.
Halve ciabatta. Arrange on another baking sheet, cut-side up. Brush with 1 tbsp reserved bacon and duck fat (dbl for 4 ppl), then season with salt and pepper. Toast in the top of the oven until golden-brown, 5-8 min. (TIP: Keep an eye on ciabatta so they don't burn!)
Add 3 tbsp butter (dbl for 4 ppl) to cassoulet, then stir to combine. Thinly slice duck. Divide cassoulet between bowls. Top with duck. Sprinkle parsley over top. Serve toasted ciabatta on the side.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavor: Many enjoyed the rich, delicious taste, though some found it a bit bland and suggested adding more seasoning or vegetables.
- Ease of prep: Several noted the recipe took longer than expected, especially to thicken the cassoulet; consider adjusting cooking times.
- Suggestions: Consider reducing water for a thicker cassoulet, adding breadcrumbs on top, and incorporating more vegetables for balance.
- Portions: Generous portions satisfied most diners, with some finding it very filling and hearty.
- Duck preparation: Some found the duck tough or bland; consider providing more detailed cooking instructions for perfect doneness.
