Beef Burgundy

Ingredients

• 3 lb. lean beef, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes
• 3 Tbsp. bacon drippings or oil
• 3 Tbsp. butter
• 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
• 1/2 lb. mushrooms (optional)
• 3 c. water
• 3 beef bouillon cubes
• 1 1/2 c. Burgundy wine
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 large bay leaf
• 1 tsp. thyme
• 1/4 tsp. fresh ground pepper
• 6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 6 medium carrots, peeled and cubed
• 10 small onions, skinned
• 1/2 c. celery, chopped