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Flageolets Parisiens

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Flageolets Parisiens is a sophisticated yet comforting French side dish that highlights the delicate, almond-like flavor of flageolet beans. These small, flat white beans are slowly simmered with a bouquet garni of onions, carrots, celery, and herbs to create a rich, savory broth. The dish is finished with a saut&# 195;© of garlic and shallots, blended with soft silken tofu and fresh tomatoes to add a creamy texture and bright acidity without dairy. This recipe is perfect for pairing with roasted meats, fish, or hearty stews. It offers a healthy, plant-based option that delivers deep, rustic flavors reminiscent of a traditional cassoulet. Ideal for dinner parties or a cozy weeknight meal, this dish brings a touch of Parisian elegance to your table with minimal effort.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 18.6
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
Flageolets Parisiens is a sophisticated yet comforting French side dish that highlights the delicate, almond-like flavor of flageolet beans. These small, flat white beans are slowly simmered with a bouquet garni of onions, carrots, celery, and herbs to create a rich, savory broth. The dish is finished with a saut&# 195;© of garlic and shallots, blended with soft silken tofu and fresh tomatoes to add a creamy texture and bright acidity without dairy. This recipe is perfect for pairing with roasted meats, fish, or hearty stews. It offers a healthy, plant-based option that delivers deep, rustic flavors reminiscent of a traditional cassoulet. Ideal for dinner parties or a cozy weeknight meal, this dish brings a touch of Parisian elegance to your table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Dried Flageolet Beans,
Directions
  1. 1
    Sort and rinse the dried flageolet beans thoroughly to remove any debris.
  2. 2
    Place the beans in a large saucepan and cover with water by about 2 inches.
  3. 3
    Bring the water to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. 4
    Remove from heat, cover, and let the beans sit for 1 hour, or soak overnight in water for a longer soak.
  5. 5
    Drain and rinse the beans well.
  6. 6
    Return the beans to the saucepan and add 6 cups of fresh water.
  7. 7
    Stick whole cloves into a whole onion and add it to the pan along with thinly sliced carrot, thinly sliced celery, dried parsley, dried thyme, dried summer savory, and a bay leaf.
  8. 8
    Partially cover the pan with a lid and simmer for about 50 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
  9. 9
    Remove and discard the bay leaf and the whole onion.
  10. 10
    In a small skillet, melt butter or soy margarine over medium heat.
  11. 11
    Sauté finely minced garlic and finely minced shallots until softened.
  12. 12
    Add the sautéed garlic and shallot mixture to the beans along with soft silken tofu and chopped tomato.
  13. 13
    Reheat the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
  14. 14
    Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 18.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 4.2g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
Sugars 2.0g
Protein 1.1g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The original ingredient list included 6 cups water, 4 whole cloves, 1 medium onion, 1 medium carrot, 1 stalk celery, 2 tsp dried parsley, 1 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tbsp butter or soy margarine, 1 tsp garlic, 1 tbsp shallots, 1/4 cup soft silken tofu, 1 large tomato, parsley for garnish, 1 bay leaf, and 1 1/2 tsp dried summer savory.

This dish is reminiscent of a French cassoulet. For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of white wine during the simmering stage.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors often improve after resting overnight.

Keywords: beans, boiling, dried, flageolet, flageolets, french, parisiens, sautéing, side-dish, simmering, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian, tofu, herbs
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