Transfer the beef to a 4 quart slow cooker. Add all the ingredients except the tapioca powder, stir to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, or until the beef and vegetables are tender.
1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 3/4" pieces, 4 med carrots, peeled and sliced 1" thick, 8 baby red potatoes, quartered, 1 med yellow onion, cut into thin wedges, 2 cloves garlic, minced, .5 tsp salt, .5 tsp black pepper, 1 bay leaf, 2 cups beef broth, 2 cups vegetable juice, 2 tbsp coconut aminos