Savory Beef and Mushroom Stew (2-Hour Stovetop)

Ingredients

• 2 lb (900 g) beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
• 1 lb (450 g) cremini mushrooms, quartered or thickly sliced
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups (950 ml) low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt
• black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)