🇵🇹 Title: Portuguese Feijoada (Meat and Bean Stew)

September 2, 2025 by Camila

🍲 Method:

1. Cook the Beans
   • Boil soaked beans in water until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. Brown the Meats
   • In a large pot, heat olive oil. Brown pork shoulder and belly. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté the Base
   • In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until golden. Add tomatoes and cook until soft.
4. Build the Stew
   • Return meats to the pot. Add carrots, bay leaf, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in enough water to cover. Simmer for 45 minutes.
5. Add Sausages and Beans
   • Add chouriço, morcela (if using), and cooked beans. Simmer for another 30 minutes until everything is tender and flavorful.
6. Finish and Serve
   • Adjust seasoning. Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot with rice or crusty bread.