"It’s hard to imagine a combination more comforting than meaty stew and mashed potatoes...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
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3 teaspoons salt, divided
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2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
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1 cup small-diced onion
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2 pounds ground beef
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2 bay leaves
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½ teaspoon pepper
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons water
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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2 cups small-diced carrots
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1 cup green peas, fresh or frozen
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½ cup sour cream
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3 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley