Feijoada Latin Style recipe

1 pound black beans
6 cups water
1 pound ham cubes -- 3/4 inch cubes
1 pound pork loin -- 3/4 inch cubes
3/4 pound Italian sausage links -- cut in 1" pieces
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 onion -- chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 garlic cloves -- minced
1/8 teaspoon orange zest

1. Cover beans with cold water and soak overnight, or cover them with boiling water and let stand for 2 hours; drain.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large Dutch oven, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil, skimming if necessary. Cover and transfer to oven.
3. Bake for 1-1/2 hours; remove cover and bake for 30 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Allow to cool slightly, then cover and refrigerate overnight.
4. Remove any fat from surface. Reheat the feijoada slowly.