Feijoada Latin Style

* Exported from MasterCook II *

Feijoada Latin Style

Recipe By : Jo Anne Merrill
Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :4:00
Categories : Casseroles Ethnic
Meats

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pound black beans
6 cups water
1 pound ham cubes -- 3/4 inch cubes
1 pound pork loin -- 3/4 inch cubes
3/4 pound Italian sausage links -- cut in 1" pieces
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 onion -- chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 garlic cloves -- minced
1/8 teaspoon orange zest

1. Cover beans with cold water and soak overnight, or cover them with
boiling water and let stand for 2 hours; drain.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large Dutch oven, combine all
ingredients. Bring to a boil, skimming if necessary. Cover and
transfer to oven.
3. Bake for 1-1/2 hours; remove cover and bake for 30 minutes longer,
stirring occasionally. Allow to cool slightly, then cover and
refrigerate overnight.
4. Remove any fat from surface. Reheat the feijoada slowly.

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Serving Ideas : Serve with fresh hot bread and a fruit tray for dessert.

NOTES : A delicious and healthy dish from Latin America, pronounced
fay-oh-ah-da.