Portuguese Beans-Feijao A Portuguesa

Portuguese Beans-Feijao A Portuguesa


1. Soak beans overnight in enough cold water to cover by several inches. Drain beans and set aside.

2. Fry bacon in skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside.

3. Pour off all but 2-3 tablespoons of bacon fat; add onion and cook until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes; Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.

4. Add beans, 8 cups water, tomato paste, chourice, red pepper flakes, paprika.

5. Cover and simmer until beans are tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.

6. Just before serving, crumble bacon into beans and season with salt and pepper.

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