Step 1

Add sliced bacon to a deep skillet and heat to medium heat. Cook the bacon until most of the fat renders out and bacon is browned. Season the beef chunks with one teaspoon each of the spices listed. Add the beef to the skillet and sear good and browned on all sides.

Step 2

While beef is searing, in the blender, combine the tomatillos, cilantro, onion, garlic, serranos, bay leaves, 2 cups of water or broth, and 1 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Blend on high until smooth.

Step 3

Add the sauce to the beef along with remaining 2 cups of water or broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer. At this time I like to re-season to taste with the spices listed. Cover and continue cooking for 1 hour or until beef is tender. I add in the beans about 20 minutes before serving or you can add some beans into the bottom of bowl, then ladle the beef and sauce over the top. Garnish as you like, with onions, cilantro, radishes and avocado. Serve with warm corn tortillas.