INGREDIENTS
2 1/2 lb
boneless beef chuck (trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes)
1/2 tsp
kosher salt
1/2 tsp
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup
all-purpose flour
8 oz
bacon (diced)
1
yellow onion (diced)
6
carrots (diced)
4
celery stalks (diced)
1 lb
cremini or button mushroom (sliced)
4 cloves
garlic (pressed or minced)
1/2 cup
cognac
1 tbsp
tomato paste
2 cups
dry red wine (such as Pinot Noir)
2 cups
beef stock
1 tbsp
brown sugar
1 tsp
fresh thyme leaves
Chopped fresh Italian parsley (for garnish)