Gnocchi and Beef Stew - Canadian Food Focus

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 lbs beef strip loin steaks, (trimmed and cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes)
• 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt, ( divided)
• 1 tsp black pepper, (divided)
• 1 Tbsp canola oil
• 2 carrots, (chopped)
• 2 garlic cloves, (minced)
• 1 onion, (chopped)
• 1 celery stalk, (chopped)
• 2 1/2 cups ready-to-use beef broth
• 2 Tbsp tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 lb fresh potato gnocchi