1 lb. black beans
2 lbs. stewing beef
1/2 lb. link sausage
4 1/2 c. dry red wine
1/2 tsp. rosemary
1 bay leaf
Basil, oregano, tarragon (pinch of each)
1/2 c. oil
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt & pepper to taste
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

Wash beans. In large pot, place beans in 4 cups water and 2 cups wine. Boil 2 minutes. Turn off heat and let stand 1 hour. Return to heat and simmer 2 to 3 hours until almost tender. Cut sausages and stewing meat in small pieces. Brown meats, onions, and garlic until browned. Add seasonings to meat and 2 cups wine to pan.

Cover and simmer 1 hour. Combine beans and meat in a large casserole with lid. Add 1/2 cup oil, mix. Cover casserole, place in oven and bake slowly for 3 hours, at 250 to 300 degrees, adding more wine if cassoulette becomes dry. Total cooking time: approximately 6 to 7 hours.