Into a large, flame proof casserole dish, add bacon, olive oil, onions, garlic. Saute until tender. Add beef, chipotles, sugar, wine broth, chile powder, herbs, and season with salt & pepper. Place lid over dish to keep the juices. Cook for 10 minutes on medium-high heat. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for approx 1 hour. Remove lid , discard bay leaves; mix in corn starch. Add a bit more wine, heat on high, stirring often until thickened.

From: Chipotle Coyote
Posted By: Chipotle Coyote
Post Date: Sun, 06 Jul 1997