Fennel Infused African Slow Cooker Stew

Ingredients

• large bulb of fennel, 1 large bulb dice and reserve fronds for garnish
• medium-sized sweet potatoes, 2 medium-sized peeled and chopped into cubes
• can of cannellini beans, 1 can drained and rinsed
• lbs of beef stew meat, 1.5 lbs cut into 1-inch cubes
• tablespoons of African spice blend, 2 tablespoons None
• of beef broth, 4 cups None
• tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon None
• of garlic, 4 cloves minced
• large onion, 1 large diced
• salt, to taste None
• black pepper, to taste None
• handful of cilantro, 1 handful chopped for garnish