Name: Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6-8 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces; sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper; 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil; 2 1/2 cups beef stock; 1 pound Yukon gold potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces; 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, halved or quartered; 1 medium white onion, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 large carrots, diced; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 bay leaves; 2-3 tablespoons cornstarch (plus 2-3 tablespoons cold water)