Crockpot Beef Stew

Ingredients

For 6 servings, as the recipe is written

• 2 1/2 pounds boneless chuck roast
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (divided)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (divided)
• 1/4 cup white whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
• 1 1/2 cups dry red wine
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 celery stalks
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 4 large carrots
• 2 parsnips
• 3/4 pound red potatoes (about 2 medium)
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 3 to 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen peas (no need to thaw)
• Fresh parsley (optional for serving)