Hungarian Goulash Soup

Place the bacon in a large pot over medium heat and cook until crisp, stirring frequently. Drain the bacon on paper towels. Add the beef cubes to the pot and cook until browned. Transfer the meat to a bowl. Add the oil to the pot along with the onions and garlic. Cook until golden, stirring frequently. Stir in the paprika, caraway seeds and flour and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in the vinegar and tomato paste and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add the broth, water, salt, bell peppers, bacon and chuck roast and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and cover the pot. Simmer the soup 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the potatoes and simmer 30 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally. Serve the soup hot.