Easy Crock Pot Beef Stew The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900g) beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb (450g) Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 4 cups (950ml) beef broth, low sodium preferred
• 1 cup (240ml) dry red wine
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp cold water
• Fresh parsley, chopped