Dubrovačka Zelena Menestra with Pancetta and Smoked Sausage

Sastojci

• Pancetta, diced150 g
• Smoked pork sausage300 g
• Beef chuck300 g
• Cabbage1 medium head
• Kale400 g
• Leeks1
• Carrots1
• Garlic3 cloves
• Dried white beans, soaked150 g
• Beef or vegetable broth1.2 liters
• Bay leaf1
• Saltto taste
• Black pepperto taste

Koraci

1. 1

   Soak dried beans overnight.

2. 2

   In a large pot, cook diced pancetta over medium heat until crispy. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon, leaving the rendered fat in the pot. Set pancetta aside.

3. 3

   Add beef chuck to the pot and brown on all sides in the pancetta fat. Remove beef and set aside.

4. 4

   Slice the smoked sausage and add it to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until lightly browned. Remove sausage and set aside.

5. 5

   Chop cabbage, kale, leek, carrot, and mince garlic.

6. 6

   Add leeks and carrots to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes. Add cabbage and kale and cook until wilted.

7. 7

   Return the beef, sausage, and soaked beans to the pot. Add the broth and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.

8. 8

   Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until beef and beans are tender.

9. 9

   Stir in the reserved crispy pancetta just before serving. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.