Delicious Beef Stew Recipe for Mushroom Haters

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf