A Different Beef Stew Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck, cubed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
• 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)