beef stew meat recipe

2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 1 large onion, chopped - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 3 carrots, sliced - 3 celery stalks, sliced - 4 potatoes, peeled and chopped - 1 cup peas (optional) - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour - 1/2 cup red wine (optional) - 4 cups beef broth - 2 tablespoons tomato paste - 2 bay leaves - 1 teaspoon dried thyme - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary - Salt and pepper to taste - Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)