Add the bacon ... the beef from the pan. Add the onion and carrot to the same pan and fry for 5-6 minutes, until softened. Return the beef to the pan and season well with salt and freshly ground ...
Put the beef, bacon and vegetables in a slow cooker, sprinkle over the flour and add the salt, herbs and plenty of freshly ground black pepper. Toss together. Add the stock mixture and stir well.