thick-cut bacon (5-6 slices), diced • beef chuck roast, round roast, or other similar cut, cut into 1-inch cubes • dry pinot noir wine • yellow onions, sliced • carrots, sliced • stalks celery, sliced • tomato paste • sprigs fresh thyme • minced garlic • bay leaf • chicken or beef broth (more if necessary) • white button mushrooms, sliced •