SAUSAGE, LEEK AND CHICKPEA CASSOULET-ISH
and the perfect fig and goat's cheese snack
Hi everyone!
I’ve got two recipes for you this week. The first a quick and easy seasonal snack, making the most of figs which they’re full of flavour at the moment. The second, a rich and warming sausage cassoulet, using chickpeas instead of the more traditional white bean.
If you like the look of this sausage cassoulet style number, you might also like the look of my Saucy Sausage, Puy Lentils and Cavolo Nero. Sausages lend them so well to this kind of dish, cooked alongside hearty legumes and a rich and flavourful sauce. The addition of tender cavolo nero adds a bit of earthiness, while the lentils soak up all the delicious flavours. It's a perfect, fuss-free meal for those looking for a warming, satisfying dish that’s both nourishing and full of comforting flavours. If you want to pack in some extra greens to this chickpea recipe, add in a good handful of spinach in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
As we transition into this autumn, I’d love to hear about the types of food you find yourself craving. Whether it's comforting casseroles, warming soups or something hot and spicy. What flavours and ingredients are you reaching for as the weather changes? Share your favourites with me in the comments of this post as I’d love to know the types of things you enjoy cooking.
Whipped Goats Cheese and Honey Roasted Figs on Toast
Serves 2
Ingredients
4 fresh figs
2 tsp honey
1/2 tsp chilli salt
125g goats cheese
100g cream cheese
Juice of 1/2 lemon
3-4 slices of sourdough bread
Olive oil, for drizzling
Method
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or 400°F.
Cut the figs in half and place them in a baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tsp honey and sprinkle with chilli salt.
Roast the figs in the preheated oven for 5-6 minutes, until they are soft and caramelised.
While the figs are roasting, whip together the goats cheese, cream cheese, and lemon juice in a food processor until smooth and creamy. This can also be done in a bowl if you don’t have a food processor.
Toast your slices of sourdough until golden brown.
Spread the whipped goats cheese generously on the toast, then top with the roasted figs.
Drizzle a little olive oil over the top and serve immediately.
Enjoy this as a snack that’s perfect for weekends or a work-from-home treat!
Sausage, Leek and Chickpea Cassoulet-ish
