1 pound flageolets or cannellini beans
1 small onion, halved, peeled and stuck with 2 cloves
1 bay leaf
Salt
2 turkey legs (drumstick and thigh), about 1 1/2 pounds each
Salt and pepper
About 8 cups hot chicken, turkey or bean broth
2 tablespoons butter, plus 2 tablespoons melted
1 large onion, diced
Pinch cayenne
2 tablespoons chopped thyme
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch small carrots, peeled, cut into 2-inch chunks
1/2 pound slab bacon, cut into 1/4-inch lardons, simmered for 2 minutes in water and drained
1/2 pound smoked garlic sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 cups coarse dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped parsley