Hearty Beef Stew - Slender Kitchen

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided (or olive oil)
• 1 1/2 lb lean stewing beef, cut into 1 inch chunks
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup red wine (or additional broth)
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/4 tsp ground allspice
• 1 lb potatoes, chopped (about 2 large)
• 1/2 lb carrots, chopped (about 2 medium)
• 1/2 lb parsnips, chopped (about 2 medium)
• 3 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp cold water