Portuguese-Style Beans (TRADITION)

Cook the beans in a pressure cooker with water and the bay leaves until tender.

In another pot, slowly render the bacon over low heat until well-rendered.

Mash the garlic with a pinch of salt until you have a smooth paste.

Once the bacon is rendered, add the smoked sausage and let it brown nicely.

Add the onion, tomato, and mashed garlic to the sauté, mixing well until the tomato and onion are soft.

Add the cooked beans and potatoes to the mixture, and cook until the potatoes are tender.

Reduce the heat to the lowest setting and incorporate the bell pepper and collard greens, mixing gently.

Turn off the heat as soon as the collard greens turn a more vibrant color (vivid green). Serve immediately.