Lingot du Nord

Lingot du Nord are white, oval beans of the Lingot variety, grown in the Lys valley in France, including the regions of Nord and Pas de Calais. What differentiates these beans from other beans is the fact that they are dried on conical wooden frames and do not have to be soaked before they are cooked, as is the case with most other beans.

They have a fine, smooth, creamy texture with melt-in-the-mouth qualities, a fine, delicate skin and a non-floury flavor. There are usually five to six beans per one pod. Their creaminess makes them a perfect fit for Cassoulet de Toulouse, a great winter dish made with beans, lamb and sausages.