Dad's Favourite Spicy Beef Carbonade

Directions

In a large flame proof casserole dish, add bacon, olive oil, onions, and garlic.

Sauté until tender.

Add beef, sugar, vinegar, wine, broth, chile, herbs, tabasco, and salt and pepper.

Place lid on dish to keep in juices.

Cook on high for 10 min, then reduce to simmer for 1 hour.

Remove lid, discard bay leaves, mix in cornstarch.

Add a little more wine, cook on high for 10 min., stirring often, until thick.

Serve over rice or pasta.