900 g (2 lb) beef chuck or lamb shoulder, cut into large cubes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
The Logic Layer
2 large onions, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
The Structure
3 carrots, sliced thick
3 potatoes, cubed
2 celery stalks, chopped
The Variables
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cumin
1 bay leaf
Fresh thyme
The Equation
1 liter (4 cups) beef broth
