World Flavors Cookbook

Baião de Dois

A classic northeastern Brazilian dish of rice and beans cooked together with dried meat, bacon, and cheese.

Cuisine: Brazil

Ingredients

• 2 cups white rice
• 2 cups black-eyed peas, cooked
• 200g carne de sol or bacon, cubed
• 150g coalho cheese, cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Cilantro and green onions, chopped
• Butter or oil for sautéing

Instructions

1. Sauté the meat/bacon until crispy. Add onion and garlic and cook until soft.
2. Add the rice and sauté for a minute.
3. Add the cooked beans and enough water (or bean broth) to cook the rice.
4. Cover and cook over low heat until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
5. Stir in the cheese cubes and fresh herbs. The cheese should soften but not completely melt.
6. Serve warm.