How to Make Beef Stew the Best Way without the Fuss

Ingredients

• 3 lbs beef chuck roast, boneless (cut into 1 1/2 inch chunks)
• 1 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 5 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp fresh thyme (chopped)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup red wine (you can also use beef broth)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for thickening the sauce)
• 4 cups beef broth (add more as needed)
• 3 pieces medium Yukon gold potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 2 pieces dry bay leaves
• chopped parsley
• salt and pepper to taste
• frozen or fresh green peas (optional)