Classic Beef Stew Recipe - Chili Pepper Madness

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef chuck (cut into 1.5 inch chunks)
• ¼ cup flour
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
• 1 large white onion (chopped)
• 1 green bell pepper (chopped (use jalapenos for a spicier version))
• 1 stalk celery (chopped)
• 5 garlic cloves (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups red wine (I use Cabernet Sauvignon – use beef stock as an alternative)
• 2 cups beef stock
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (use your favorite blend of dried herbs)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 pound yellow potatoes (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 3 large carrots (cut into bite-sized pieces)