cassoulet

[ kas-uh-ley; French ka-soo-le ]

noun

1. a white-bean stew of French origin, often containing pork, mutton, garlic sausage, and preserved goose or duck.

cassoulet

/ ˌkæsəˈleɪ /

noun

1. a stew originating from France, made from haricot beans and goose, duck, pork, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of cassoulet¹

1925–30; < French < Provençal (Languedoc) diminutive of cassolo earthen pan, dish; cassolette

Word History and Origins

Origin of cassoulet¹

French, related to casse saucepan, bowl

Example Sentences

Cassoulet, that most festive and exceptional of casseroles, bridges the gap between appetizer and entrée.

From The Daily Beast

Cassouletby Sheila Lukins and Julee Rosso The women behind the Silver Palate created a cassoulet that melts in your mouth.

From The Daily Beast

The cassoulet of Toulouse was so good that we tried to order it in other towns.

From Project Gutenberg