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Warm up this winter with a hearty Portuguese Kidney Bean Soup that’s as comforting as it is flavorful. This one-pot recipe combines smoky chorizo, tender pork belly, creamy kidney beans, and a velvety vegetable base for the ultimate cold-weather meal. If you're looking to impress your family or treat yourself, this traditional Portuguese dish is packed with rich, satisfying flavors that will make every spoonful feel like a warm hug. Perfect for cozy dinners, meal prep, or a taste of authentic Portuguese cuisine, this soup is easy to make and versatile enough for any winter night. Stick around to the end for a bonus tip on turning the meats into a savory sandwich! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell me how yours turned out in the comments. Let’s make winter meals great again! Ingredients • 400g Red Kidney Beans (Tin beans are already cooked) • 200g chorizo • 350 g pork belly, diced • 500 ml vegetable stock • Water • 150 g carrots • 150 g onions • 200 g cabbage • Salt, to taste • 200 g potato, diced • 150 g courgette, diced • 150 g pumpkin, diced • 75 g leeks, diced • 50 g chayote, diced • ½ tin plum tomatoes • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 3 cloves garlic, minced