Portuguese Beans with Kale and Linguica

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 bunch kale, stems removed and chopped
• 1/2 pound linguica, diced

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add the paprika, oregano, cumin, and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. Add the tomatoes, beans, broth, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add the kale and linguica and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Portuguese beans with kale and linguica is a traditional Portuguese dish.
• Linguica is a Portuguese sausage made with pork, garlic, and paprika.
• The dish is typically served with rice.