Lorna Sass » Main Dishes

Ingredients

• 3 strips bacon, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped onion
• 1 cup strong black coffee or beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 1/2 pounds boneless beef chunk, cut into 1-inch cubes, well trimmed
• 2 large bay leaves
• 3 pounds Idaho potatoes, scrubbed and peeled, then halved
• 1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar or Monterey pepper jack cheese, or more to taste
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)