{"product_id":"organic-dry-french-cassoulet-beans","title":"Organic Dry French Cassoulet Beans (Tarbais Type) – 2026 Harvest","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in 3 lb and 5 lb Boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003eDry and Shelled\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003e2026 Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003eShips Nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Organic French Cassoulet Beans are certified organic and grown at Norwich Meadows Farm in Norwich, New York.\u003c\/strong\u003e These large, creamy Tarbais-type beans have thin, tender skins and a delicate flavor. They readily absorb the flavors of broth, herbs, tomatoes, and savory meats while retaining their shape during slow cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese beans are from our 2026 harvest and arrive fully dried and removed from their pods. There are no pods included—the selected box weight is entirely dry beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrench Cassoulet Beans are especially well suited to cassoulet, the slow-cooked bean dish of southwestern France. Their creamy interiors and ability to absorb rich cooking flavors also make them excellent for soups, stews, braises, and salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese beans are grown in New York and are not certified Haricot Tarbais IGP beans from France. They are dry, shelled beans sold for cooking and eating—not for use as seeds or plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose Your Box Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 lb Box — Dry and Shelled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA practical quantity for home cooking, cassoulet, soups, stews, and individual recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 lb Box — Dry and Shelled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA larger quantity for batch cooking, entertaining, restaurant use, or stocking your pantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The box contains dry, shelled beans only—no pods—and the selected weight is the net weight of the edible dry beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do They Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrench Cassoulet Beans have a delicate, mildly nutty flavor and an exceptionally smooth, creamy interior. Their thin skins become tender during cooking, while the large beans remain substantial enough to retain their shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese beans readily absorb the flavors around them. They pair especially well with garlic, onions, tomatoes, carrots, leeks, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, duck, lamb, sausage, and rich vegetable or meat stocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Classic Bean for Cassoulet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Tarbais-type bean is modeled after the large white beans traditionally used in cassoulet. Its creamy interior, tender skin, and ability to absorb rich cooking flavors make it particularly well suited to this classic French preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor cassoulet and other slow-cooked dishes, soak the dry beans before cooking and simmer them until nearly tender before combining them with the remaining ingredients. This helps the beans cook evenly while allowing them to absorb the flavors of the finished dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTraditional or vegetable cassoulet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrench-style bean soups and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSlow-cooked braises\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeans with duck, lamb, pork, or sausage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarm or chilled bean salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeans with tomatoes, garlic, and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimply simmered and dressed with olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSort and rinse the dry beans before cooking. For a shorter cooking time and more even texture, cover them with plenty of water and soak overnight. Drain and rinse after soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCover the beans with fresh water or broth, bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat. Simmer gently until completely tender, generally 60–90 minutes depending on soaking time and your preferred texture. Add more liquid as needed and season to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Store Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStore these dry beans in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark place. Proper storage protects them from moisture and helps preserve their flavor and cooking quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCooked beans may be refrigerated in their cooking liquid in a covered container for several days. For longer storage, allow them to cool completely and freeze them with enough cooking liquid to keep them moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCertified Organic and Farm-Grown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery box contains certified organic French Cassoulet Beans from our 2026 harvest, grown, harvested, shelled, and dried at Norwich Meadows Farm in Norwich, New York.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAvailable while supplies from our 2026 harvest last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur dry French Cassoulet Beans ship nationwide. At checkout, please select your preferred available delivery date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n• Order by Thursday at 12 PM EST → Ships Monday\u003cbr\u003e\n• Order by Sunday at 12 PM EST → Ships Wednesday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrders generally arrive the following day. If a shipping or delivery date falls on a holiday, your box will ship on the next available shipping day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/policies\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping and Returns Policy\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns Policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"3 lb Box — Dry Shelled","offer_id":67652978049325,"sku":"PPBDCAS3-8","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb Box — Dry Shelled","offer_id":67652978082093,"sku":"PPBDCAS5-8","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/Largephotosoon.png?v=1783790232","url":"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/products\/organic-dry-french-cassoulet-beans","provider":"Norwich Meadows Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}