Slow Cooker Beef Stew for Cozy Nights - Creative Homemaking

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 celery stalks, cut into chunks
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional, can substitute with more broth)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or a few sprigs fresh thyme)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or a sprig fresh rosemary)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)