2 lbs beef stew meat

6 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp dried parsley

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp dried thyme

1/4 tsp dried basil

1/4 tsp dried rosemary

1/4 tsp dried sage

2 bay leaves

Black pepper, to taste

4 cups low-sodium beef broth

3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 1/2 lbs yellow potatoes, cubed

1 lb carrots, sliced

1 cup frozen green beans

1 cup frozen corn

1 cup frozen peas

3 tbsp water + 3 tbsp cornstarch

Salt, to taste