Quick Pressure Cooker Feijoada

Ingredients

• 1 lb Dry black beans, rinsed
• 4 slices Smoked bacon, chopped
• 8 oz Paio sausage or Kielbasa, sliced
• 1 lb Beef chuck or pork shoulder, cubed
• 1 large Onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 leaves Bay leaves
• 4 cups Beef broth
• 2 cups Water
• 1 whole Orange, halved(optional)
• 1 tsp Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Set the pressure cooker to 'Sauté' mode and crisp the bacon until the fat renders.

2. 2

   Add the sliced sausage and cubed beef; brown the meat on all sides for about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.

4. 4

   Add the rinsed black beans, bay leaves, beef broth, and water to the pot.

5. 5

   Place the orange halves on top (this helps tenderize the meat and cuts the heaviness) and lock the lid.

6. 6

   Set to high pressure for 40 minutes, then allow a natural pressure release for 15 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove the orange halves and bay leaves; stir the stew vigorously to break a few beans and thicken the sauce.

8. 8

   Season with additional salt and pepper to taste and serve hot over white rice.