Feijoada de chouriço (feijoada di chouriço)

Instructions

1. Soak the white beans in cold water overnight, then drain them.
2. Fry the bacon cut into cubes in the oil, then add the sliced onion and garlic and let them brown for 5 minutes.
3. Add the beans, cover with water, add the bay leaf and cook for 45 minutes over low heat.
4. Stir in the diced potatoes and the sliced chouriço, then simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Add the shredded cabbage and the smoked paprika, then cook for another 15 minutes, until the cabbage is tender.
6. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, remove the bay leaf and serve piping hot.