Heat a few tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Brown the meat, a few pieces at a time, adding more oil as necessary.

Transfer to a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker.

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Add the onions to the skillet and cook over medium heat until tender, about 10 minutes.

Stir in the tomato paste and coat the onions; transfer to the cooker.

Pour the wine into the skillet and scrape up any browned bits; add to the cooker.

Stir in the potatoes, carrots, broth, salt, thyme, and bay leaf.

Cover and cook on low heat for 712 hours, or on high for 4 hours.

Add the peas and heat through.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.