2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 teaspoon finely ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
5 medium carrots (about 12 ounces), cut into 1-inch pieces
5 celery ribs (about 1/2 pound), cut into 1-inch pieces
6 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves
1 medium bay leaf
3/4 cup dry red wine
1 pound red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups beef broth
1/3 cup minced fresh Italian parsley leaves
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup finely ground cornmeal
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/3 cups heavy cream, plus more for brushing tops