Beef Stew in Red Wine without onion seasoning

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 stewing beef , in 1in pieces 1 1/4 cups red wine 2 garlic cloves , crushed 2 cinnamon sticks 6 bay leaves 2 1/2 ounces bacon , chopped 1 ounce salted[...]

4 slices bacon , thick slices, rind removed, cut crosswise into 1/2 pieces 1 onion , medium, yellow, and diced 5 garlic cloves , minced 6 tablespoons canola[...]