"A delicious and hearty soup with the same ingredients as the classic French Beef Bourguignon...."
INGREDIENTS
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3-4 thick cut slices applewood smoked bacon, approximately 4 ounces
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2 tablespoons flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 pounds stew beef meat, cut in 1/2-inch dice
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1 medium onion, chopped in 1/4-inch dice
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3 medium cloves garlic, minced
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6 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 cups good quality dry red wine, a little more than 1/2 of a 750ml bottle
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6 cups beef stock
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4 medium fresh thyme sprigs
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1 large bay leaf
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4 tablespoons pesto, prepared or homemade
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2 teaspoons brown sugar
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2 stalks celery, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
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8 medium carrots, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
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2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
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2 tablespoons butter
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8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt