French Bean Casserole Recipe

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Summary

Preparation Time5 MinCooking Time2 Hr 35 Min
Ready In2 Hr 40 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexAverageServings6
CuisineCourse
MethodMain Ingredient
Interest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 Dried white navy beans - 2 cups
 Bacon Slices4
 Carrot - 1, cut into 1/4-inch slices
 Onion - 1 medium, stuck with 2 cloves
 Garlic powder1/2 Teaspoon
 Lean pork1/2 pound, cut into cubes
 Pepperoni2 Ounce, sliced
 Onions2 Large, chopped
 Celery1 Cup (16 tbs), diced
 Tomato Paste2 Tablespoon
 Beef bouillon cubes - 4, dissolved in 3 cups hot water
 Bread crumbs2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Salt To Taste
 Pepper To Taste

Directions

GETTING READY
1) Soak the beans overnight and drain.
2) Preheat oven to 275° F.

MAKING
3) Take a large casserole and line it with bacon.
4) Take a large bowl and combine together beans, whole onion, carrot, salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder and pepper.
5) Pour the mixture into the casserole and cover with water. Bake for about 2 hours.
6) In the meanwhile, put all the other ingredients in a pot and simmer for about 1 1/2 hours, stirring repeatedly.
7) Empty the meat mixture into the casserole and stir nicely.
8) Add the bread crumbs.
9) Increase heat to 375° F and bake for about 15 minutes or more.

SERVING
10) Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
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