Habichuelas

Directions

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   Directions.
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   Put the oil in a deep saucepan, turn the heat to medium and add the jamon.
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   (Go ahead, have a taste of the jamon).
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   Saute together with the sofrito and after 3 minutes add the tomato sauce, sazon, olives and alcaparrado.
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   Stir for 2 minutes.
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   Add the beans, potatoes (TIP), water (TIP) and stir.
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   Turn heat to medium high.
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   When boiling, cover with a lid and turn heat to low.
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   Wait 20 minutes and FUA, they are ready.
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    Serve with Arroz Con Salchichas or any of my rice recipes.
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    Do not forget the tostones.
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    Extras.
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    You can use any of the following beans: black beans, red kidney beans, pigeon peas, small red beans, lima beans, pinto beans, black-eyed peas, pink beans or chick peas.
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    Tips From The Rican Emeril.
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    Only add about 1/4 of the water to the tomato sauce can and shake so you can get all the sauce left in the can.
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    After a few shakes, fill to the top with water.
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    The potatoes will not only add flavor to the beans, but it will also help thicken the sauce.