Recipe of Feijoada (Black Bean Stew)

Ingredients

• 1 lb black beans, soaked overnight
• 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 lb pork shoulder, diced
• 1/2 lb bacon, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 orange, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Rice for serving

Directions

1. 1

   In a large pot, combine soaked black beans, sausage, pork shoulder, bacon, onion, garlic, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.

2. 2

   Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 hours.

3. 3

   Mash some of the beans against the side of the pot to thicken the stew.

4. 4

   Serve over rice, garnished with orange slices. Enjoy this authentic Brazilian Feijoada with a taste of Brazil's culinary heritage!