stew beef recipe

Ingredients 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups beef broth 1 cup red wine (optional) 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried thyme