Press BROWN/SEAR, then press START/STOP. Allow to preheat. Add oil to cooking pot, toss beef with salt and pepper; add to cooking pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes or until well browned. Add garlic and thyme; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste, carrots, potatoes, onions, wine, stock, bay leaves and bring to the boil.
Press START/STOP. Secure the lid ensuring the steam release valve is in the release (open) position. Select SLOW COOK, set temperature to HIGH, and adjust time to 4 hours, cooking until beef and vegetables are tender. Press START/STOP.
When cooking is complete, in a separate bowl, whisk corn flour with ½ cup cold water and add to cooking pot. Press BROWN/SEAR. Stir in peas and chives. Boil sauce until thickened. Remove bay leaf before serving.
