Wild Mushroom Beef Stew (6 Servings, about 1-12 cups each)

Total preparation and cooking time on high setting: 6-12 hours
Total preparation and cooking time on low setting: 9-12 hours

Wild Mushroom Beef Stew

Photo courtesy of The Beef Checkoff

  1. Combine flour, salt, pepper and thyme in small bowl. Place beef in 4-12 to 5-12-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle with flour mixture; toss to coat.
  2. Combine broth, tomato paste, wine and garlic in small bowl; mix well. Add to beef. Add potatoes, mushrooms and carrots; mix well.
  3. Cover and cook on Low 5 to 6 hours, or until beef and vegetables are tender. (No stirring is necessary during cooking.) Stir well before serving.
  4. Garnish with parsley, if desired.