Ingredients:
2 lbs (900g) beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 carrots, sliced
4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups beef broth
1 cup red wine (optional)
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
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