Ingredient:

• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 3 teaspoons salt, divided
• 2 teaspoons pepper, divided
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
• 3 cups beef stock
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 5 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped
• 3 medium carrots, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
• 2 bay leaves
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• Minced fresh parsley, optional