Slow Cooked Beef Stew: Comfort in Every Bite

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cups carrots, sliced (about 4 medium carrots)
• 2 cups potatoes, diced (about 3 medium potatoes)
• 1 cup celery stalks, chopped (about 3 stalks)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt
• pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch mixed with water