Red Wine Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   In a hot pan on the stove cook the bacon until browned.
2. 2
   Add carrots and cook, stirring, until lightly browned.
3. 3
   Add wine and simmer until liquid is reduced by half.
4. 4
   Stir in mushrooms and thawed beef base.
5. 5
   Simmer, covered for 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove the lid and simmer another 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir in thyme and serve.
8. 8
   Goes well with mashed potatoes.