Hearty Beef Stew

Ingredients

• 1 (3-pound) chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
• kosher salt, to taste
• ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 onions, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup red wine
• 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 pound baby gold potatoes, cut in half