Rohed's Beans and Sausage Affair
Serves 6
Ingredients:
- 1 Lb (500g) soaked beans
- 1/2 Lb (250g) sliced sausage
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 ripe tomato, chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 2 medium-sized potatoes, diced
- 2 chili peppers (green and red), finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 smoked pork bone
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 quart (1L) water
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 343 19g fat 33g carbs
- 6g fiber, 3g sugar, 17g protein
Preparation:
- Sauté the onion and garlic until softened and fragrant in olive oil.
- Add sausage and brown it with the aromatics for a few minutes.
- Add soaked beans, bell pepper, chili peppers, carrot, and tomato to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in water, add smoked pork bone and bay leaves.
- Cook on high heat until boiling, then reduce the heat and let simmer for two hours. Stir in diced potatoes and continue cooking for another half hour.
- Remove smoked pork bone and bay leaves before serving.
Extra Insights:
You can easily adapt this recipe by swapping out beans for lentils or another type of bean. Try using a different type of sausage like kielbasa or chorizo to change up the flavors. Or, leave out the meat altogether for a vegetarian version.
Enrichment Data:
Now that you have the base recipe, let's add some extra layers of flavor and nutrition to your "Rohed's Beans and Sausage Affair."
Try adding some herbs like thyme, rosemary, and oregano to give your dish more depth. To add some creaminess, consider adding a can of white beans and blending them until smooth before stirring them into the pot.
If you want to boost the protein content, consider adding beans like black beans or cannellini beans as well. You could also add lentils or chickpeas for an even better nutritional boost.
Ultimately, the key to this dish is to make it your own. Play around with different flavors and ingredients until you find the perfect combination that suits your taste buds. Enjoy!
