White Bean Feijoada

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, cover the beans in cold water by 3 inches and let soak at room temperature overnight.
2. 2
   Drain.
3. 3
   In a large heavy pot, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium high heat, add the sausage and brown, turning once, until golden, about 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Transfer the sausage to a plate and brown the pork shoulder, tail and ear in the pot.
5. 5
   Stir in the water, beans, onion, bay leaves and reserved sausage.
6. 6
   Boil the feijoada until the beans and pork are tender, 11/2 to 2 hours.
7. 7
   Season to taste with salt.
8. 8
   In a medium heavy skillet heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of the oil over medium high heat, then stir in the garlic and cook, stirring, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
9. 9
   Pour the garlic mixture over the feijoada and serve.