WHAT Exactly is Cachaça? - The National Spirit of Brazil!

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove sausage and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.

Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet; sauté until soft, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes, bay leaves, and cumin; cook for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes soften.

Pour in cachaça and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.

Return the sausage to the skillet and add water; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

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

Stir in lime juice and chopped parsley before serving.

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