How to make rice & beans • Brazilian recipe

Discard damaged beans and rinse them in cold water.

Soak the beans overnight or for at least 8 hours in a large bowl with enough water to cover.

Discard the soaking water and add the beans to a pressure cooker with 6 to 8 cups of water.

Cook the beans on medium-high heat until pressure builds, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes until tender but not falling apart.

In a separate pot, add a drizzle of olive oil and render the bacon.

Remove all bacon fat except for one tablespoon.

Add onions and cook until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Add tomatoes and garlic paste, cooking until garlic is fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes.

Add the cooked beans and broth to the pot, reserving one ladle of beans and broth.

Add bay leaves and salt to the mixture.

Mash the reserved beans and broth with a fork and add to the pot to thicken the broth.

Cook the beans for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Prepare the rice by rinsing 1.5 cups of white rice and adding it to a hot pan with olive oil, garlic paste, and salt.

Saute the rice for about 1 to 2 minutes without browning.

Carefully pour in boiling water, stir to combine, and cover with a lid slightly lifted.

Simmer the rice for about 5 to 8 minutes until mostly absorbed, checking for doneness.

Turn off the heat and set the rice aside for 5 minutes before serving.

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