Braised Beef without tarragon rump

1 lb liver 4 tablespoons bacon drippings 1/2 cup celery , chopped 1/2 cup onion , chopped 6 slices bacon , uncooked 1 1/2 cups meat stock 1/2 teaspoon salt[...]

1 lb liver , coated with seasoned flour 4 tablespoons bacon drippings 1/2 cup celery , chopped 1/2 cup onion , chopped 6 slices bacon , raw 1 1/2 cups stock,[...]

add to shopping list 6 pounds meaty beef neck bones 1/4 cup olive oil plus additional for brushing 5 cups chopped onions (about 1 1/4 pounds) 2 1/2 cups diced[...]