Slow Cooker Beef and Mushroom Stew

Ingredients2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch piecesSalt and pepper, to taste2 tbsp olive oil1 large onion, diced3 cloves garlic, minced8 oz mushrooms, sliced3 cups beef broth1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce2 tbsp tomato paste1/4 cup flour1 tsp dried thyme1 tsp dried rosemaryFresh parsley, chopped, for garnishPreparationSear Beef: Season beef with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef and sear until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a slow cooker.Sauté Onions and Garlic: In the same skillet, add onions and garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add to the slow cooker.Add Mushrooms & Seasonings: Add mushrooms, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, thyme, and rosemary to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.Thicken Stew: In a small bowl, whisk flour with a bit of water to make a slurry, then stir into the slow cooker to help thicken the stew.Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender.Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve over mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Enjoy!Prep Time 🕒 15 minutesCook Time 🕒 7-8 hours (low) or 4-5 hours (high)Total Time 🕒 7.5-8.5 hoursServings 🍽️ 6Calories 🔥 400 kcal per servingEnjoy!