Feijoada Simples

• 500 g dried black beans
• 200 g smoked bacon
• 300 g smoked sausage (linguiça or similar)
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• salt and pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the black beans overnight in cold water. Drain and rinse.

2. 2

   In a large pot, fry the bacon until crispy. Add the sliced sausage and brown on all sides.

3. 3

   Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the drained beans, bay leaves, and enough water to cover by 5 cm.

5. 5

   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1–1.5 hours until the beans are completely tender and the broth is thick.

6. 6

   Season with salt, pepper, and cumin. Remove the bay leaves. Serve with white rice, farofa, and orange slices.