Beef stew

I got this from a recipe I found online and made it pretty much just as the recipe indicates. The only difference I made was the addition of peas. I love peas in stew!

Ingredients:

​¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 pound beef stewing meat, trimmed and cut into inch cubes
5 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup red wine
3 ½ cups beef broth, homemade or low-sodium canned (I used only 3 cups and it turned out perfect. If you use more you should skim some of the                               broth off as it simmers.)
2 bay leaves
1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
5 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch rounds
2 large baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 teaspoons salt​

Directions:
​Combine the flour and pepper in a bowl, add the beef and toss to coat well.
Heat 3 teaspoons of the oil in a large pot. Add the beef a few pieces at a time; do not overcrowd.
Cook, turning the pieces until beef is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch; add more oil as needed between batches.
Remove the beef from the pot and add the vinegar and wine.
Cook over medium-high heat, scraping the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits.
Add the beef, beef broth and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a slow simmer.
Cover and cook, until the beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
Add the onions and carrots (and peas) and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
Add the potatoes and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more.
Add broth or water if the stew is dry.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
​Ladle among 4 bowls and serve.