1.Heat A Heavy Bottomed Soup Pot Over Medium-High Heat. 2.When Pan Is Hot, Add Bacon Grease And Onion. Brown Slightly (About 2-3 Minutes). 3.Add Stew Meat And Brown (About 5 Minutes), Stirring Occasionally. 4.Turn Heat Down To Medium-Low, And Add All Other Ingredients. 5.Simmer For 35-45 Minutes, Or Until Beef Is Tender.