Beef Stew without picante bread

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[...]

3 lbs beef chuck , cut into 2 inch cubes 1 teaspoon dried thyme (for the meat) 1 teaspoon dried marjoram (for the meat) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground[...]

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 cup chopped onion 6 slices bacon , cut into 1/2 inch pieces 3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast , trimmed, cut into 2 1/2 inch pieces 8 medium red potatoes,[...]