Healthy Crock Pot Beef Stew

boneless chuck roast

kosher salt, divided

ground black pepper, divided

white whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)

extra-virgin olive oil, divided

dry red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon), dark beer (such as an amber, porter, or Guinness—do not use a bitter or hoppy beer such as an IPA as the hops will throw off the flavor), or additional beef broth

large yellow onion

celery stalks

garlic

tomato paste

Worcestershire sauce

large carrots

parsnips

red potatoes (about 2 medium)

bay leaf

sprigs fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme (if you like, tie the fresh thyme together with kitchen twine to make the stems easier to fish out at the end)

to 4 cups low-sodium beef broth

fresh or frozen peas (no need to thaw)

Fresh parsley, optional for serving