📖 Instructions

1. First, gather your ingredients! Make sure everything's at room temperature—except the cold cuts, of course.
2. Rinse the beans thoroughly. I know, it's tedious, but trust me, this will make a world of difference.
3. In your large Dutch oven or pot, combine the beans, water, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1-1.5 hours, or until beans are tender but not mushy. Keep a close eye on them to prevent sticking.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the sausage. Slice it into bite-sized pieces and brown them lightly in a separate pan. This is a great moment to crank up the music or podcast!
5. Dice the onion, garlic, carrots, and potatoes into roughly 1/2 inch pieces.
6. Once the beans are almost done, add the browned sausage, onions, garlic, carrots, and potatoes to the pot. Stir well to combine everything.
7. Add the beef and pork. Gently stir until evenly distributed among the other ingredients. Cover and continue simmering for approximately another 1 hour.
8. About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the orange juice and vinegar. This little trick adds amazing acidity that balances the richness of the dish.
9. Taste, then season with salt and pepper to perfection. Don't be shy! Now would be a great time to offer a sample to a nearby friend if you're not afraid of sharing your delicious creation.
10. Serve your feijoada piping hot, accompanied by crusty French bread for soaking up all those delicious juices. Enjoy, my friend! It's amazing!