Hearty Beef and Bacon Stew

Hearty Beef and Bacon Stew

Ingredients:
4 to 6 pounds beef roast, cubed
4 slices bacon, diced
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup diced tomatoes
2 large carrots, diced
2 turnips, diced
1 to 2 cups beef or chicken stock
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions:
1. Cook the bacon in a large stockpot until almost crisp. Add the beef and sear on all sides until golden brown.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft. Add the carrots, turnips, tomatoes and thyme and simmer 5 minutes. Season with pepper.
3. Add the stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the beef is very tender, 4-5 hours.