Classic Feijoada de Domingo (Sunday Bean Stew)

Feijoada de Domingo, also known as Sunday Bean Stew, is a delicious and hearty traditional Brazilian dish. This flavorful stew features a combination of black beans, various cuts of pork, and smoked sausages. It is typically served with rice, collard greens, and orange slices. This recipe will guide you through the process of creating this rich and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cozy Sunday dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried black beans
• 1 pound pork shoulder, cut into cubes
• 1/2 pound smoked sausages, sliced
• 1/2 pound bacon, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon cumin powder
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Cooked rice, for serving
• Collard greens, steamed and sliced, for serving
• Orange slices, for serving

Directions

1. Rinse the dried black beans and soak them in water overnight.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy.
3. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until translucent.
4. Add the pork shoulder cubes and smoked sausages to the pot. Cook until browned on all sides.
5. Drain the soaked black beans and add them to the pot. Stir well to combine.
6. Add enough water to cover the ingredients in the pot. Add the bay leaves, cumin powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
7. Bring the stew to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 2-3 hours or until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded together.
8. Check the seasoning and adjust if needed.
9. Serve the feijoada de domingo hot with cooked rice, steamed collard greens, and orange slices.
10. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful Brazilian dish!

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