"Nothing beats a hearty Slow Cooker Beef Stew recipe featuring a trio of tender, root vegetables is perfect to enjoy on a cool and crisp day...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 lbs. beef stew meat
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1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil, divided
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1 medium yellow onion, diced
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12 ounces potatoes (yellow, red, or russet), scrubbed clean and cut into ½-inch pieces (about 2 ¼ cups)
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8 ounces parsnips, peeled and cut into ½-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
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2 large carrots, peeled and cut into ½-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with their liquid
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4 cups beef broth
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2 teaspoons dried thyme (may substitute 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
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1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped)
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8 ounces green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups, may use frozen)
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Fine salt and black pepper, to taste
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3 tablespoons cornstarch, optional for thickening*