Ingredients

  • 3 ounces thinly sliced pancetta, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 6 ounces andouille sausage, sliced 1/2 inch thick
  • 4 ounces smoked chorizo, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Two 15-ounce cans black beans, with their liquid
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
  • 2 ounces Canadian bacon, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper

Method

  • In a large saucepan, cook the pancetta over moderately high heat, stirring a few times, until it begins to brown around the edges, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the andouille and chorizo and cook over moderate heat until the chorizo is browned, about 4 minutes.
  • Spoon off all but 2 1/2 tablespoons of the fat from the skillet.
  • Stir in the onion and cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the black beans, chicken stock, Canadian bacon and bay leaf and stir well.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook over low heat until the liquid has thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in the red wine vinegar and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle the stew into bowls and serve.