Authentic Pörkölt (Hungarian Beef and Onion Stew)

4 slices thick-cut bacon , diced (traditionally you would use lard (about 2 tablespoons) and many Hungarians add some kolbaszfor flavor which makes a big difference)

1 large yellow onion , finely chopped

1 green bell pepper , seeded and finely chopped

2 cloves garlic , minced

1 large tomato , finely diced

1 ½ pounds stewing beef , cut into ½ inch pieces

4 tablespoons quality imported sweet Hungarian paprika (yes, that's TABLEspoons!)

1 ½ teaspoons salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

¼ to ½ teaspoon caraway seeds , coarsely crushed

1 bay leaf

Water

Directions at daringgourmet.com

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