Beef Stew without picante cabernet apricots

1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat , cut into 3/4-inch pieces or 1 1/2 lbs venison 1/2 cup flour 2 -3 tablespoons shortening (add more if need be) salt & pepper, season[...]

3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 slices thick-cut bacon , cut into 1/2-inch pieces kosher salt & freshly ground black[...]

1 lb london broil beef , cut into chunks 2 tablespoons butter 1 small onion , chopped 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup Bourbon 1/2 cup strong coffee 1 1/2 teaspoons[...]