BACON AND CRANBERRY BEAN RAGOUT

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This rustic and deeply satisfying bacon and cranberry bean ragout would make a stellar side dish to pretty much anything coming off your late summer grill.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 teaspoon olive oil
4 slices bacon, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon bacon drippings
ΒΌ cup minced shallots
salt to taste
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cup shelled cranberry beans
2 cups chicken broth, or as needed
ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (Italian parsley, chervil, or oregano)

Steps:

  • Cook and stir olive oil and bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until bacon is fully cooked and begins to crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain off excess grease, leaving a teaspoon in the pan.
  • Stir shallots and salt into the cooked bacon; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in beans, chicken broth, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until the beans begin to swell, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Uncover and continue cooking bean and bacon mixture until the liquid reduces and beans are tender, 5 to 10 more minutes. Add rosemary, lemon zest, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper. Adjust levels of salt and black pepper. Remove from heat, stir in extra-virgin olive oil, hot chile paste, and fresh herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 12.5 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 226.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

Prashant Joshi
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I've never made a bean ragout before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out delicious and I'll definitely be making it again.


Nick Jayne
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


mayling Gomes
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I'm a vegetarian, so I substituted tofu for the bacon. It turned out great! I also added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch.


Lilou Naveau
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are complex and delicious.


Saim Lahor
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish turned out really bland. I think I might have used the wrong type of beans.


baka puppet
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This recipe is a great base for a variety of dishes. I've added different vegetables, meats, and spices to it and it's always delicious.


Abasifreke Ubong
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a bit more salt and pepper to taste.


Afam Evans
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this dish. The bacon and cranberries balance out the flavor of the beans perfectly.


Nona Khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bacon and cranberries. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Muko Abdallah
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Lethintha Vincent Kobola
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less cranberries or a different type of fruit, like apples or pears.


Rudra Nath
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I usually add a bit of extra spice to give it a little kick.


Eric Karani
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This recipe is a keeper! The combination of bacon, cranberries, and beans is divine. I especially loved the sweet and tangy sauce. I served it over rice and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.