Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb black beans, rinsed and soaked overnight

• 1/2 lb smoked sausage, sliced

• 1/2 lb pork ribs

• 1/2 lb beef chuck, cut into chunks

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 bay leaves

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 4 cups water or beef broth

• 1 orange, cut in half (optional, helps balance flavors)

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1/2 tsp cumin

• Chopped cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Sauté the aromatics

   • Set the Nutri-Stahl 6 QT to medium heat.

   • Add olive oil, then sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

2. Brown the meats

   • Add sausage, ribs, and beef chunks, searing until browned.

3. Add beans & seasonings

   • Drain the soaked black beans and add them to the pot.

   • Stir in bay leaves, paprika, cumin, and salt & pepper.

4. Cook

   • Pour in water or beef broth and place the orange halves on top (optional).

   • Cover and simmer for 1.5–2 hours on low-medium heat until beans and meat are tender.

5. Serve

   • Remove orange halves and bay leaves.

   • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with steamed rice, collard greens, and orange slices.