2 tbsp. water
2 tbsp. cornstarch
3/4 cup peas
4 celery stalks cut into 1 inch pieces
4 carrots cut into 1 inch pieces
1 pound potatoes peeled and cubed
1 tsp. dried rosemary or 1 sprig fresh
3 tbsp. tomato paste
6 cups beef broth
1/2 cup red wine optional
1 onion chopped
3 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
3 tbsp. flour
2 pounds stewing beef trimmed and cubed