Beef Stew With Tomatoes and Rice without potatoes

2 slices bacon (or turkey bacon) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 lbs lean top round steaks , cut into 1-inch cubes 1 1/2 cups chopped onions 1 cup long grain[...]

1/4 cup olive oil 3 lbs beef chuck , cut into 1-inch cubes 3 cups chopped onions 2 garlic cloves , minced 1 cup dry red wine 8 cups beef broth 3/4 cup diced[...]

4 lbs boneless beef chuck , well trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces 1/2 cup all-purpose flour salt & freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup olive oil 2 medium[...]