Classic recipes from Brazil | Culture & Nature Festival 2021

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

collard greens

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is more accessible and offers similar nutrients.

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive and easier to find.

sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken sausage lowers fat content while still being flavorful.

Soak black beans in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the beans, then cook in a pot with bay leaves until tender, about 1-1.5 hours.

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped bacon and sausage; cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add cooked beans to the skillet and mix well with the meats.

Sprinkle in cornmeal gradually, stirring to combine until the mixture thickens slightly.

Add chopped collard greens and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.

Drizzle with vinegar and lime juice; stir to combine.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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