Beef Stew with Mashed PotatoesIngredients:For the Beef Stew:* 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into cubes* 2 tablespoons olive oil* 1 large onion, chopped* 3 carrots, sliced* 3 potatoes, diced* 3 cloves garlic, minced* 2 tablespoons tomato paste* 4 cups beef broth* 1 teaspoon salt* 1/2 teaspoon black pepper* 1 teaspoon dried thyme* 1 teaspoon paprika* 1 bay leaf* 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)* 1 cup frozen peas (optional)For the Mashed Potatoes:* 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed* 4 tablespoons butter* 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream* 1 teaspoon salt* 1/2 teaspoon black pepperInstructions:1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.2. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.3. In the same pot, sauté onion until soft.4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.5. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.6. Return beef to the pot and add carrots, diced potatoes, beef broth, thyme, paprika, bay leaf, salt, and pep
