A small white oval bean similar in shape, size and texture to the French flageolet. The Lingot bean has a tender outer skin with a soft, creamy texture and a rich, buttery flavour. It requires no pre-soaking and cooks tender in an hour. Lingot beans are used as a garnish in traditional French dishes including Confit and are one of the traditional white beans used in French Cassoulet. Lingot beans are also used in the hearty French bean soup, Garbure. They are excellent as a side dish or a ragout and tender enough for use in salads.