Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

Introduction:
This Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon is a rich and flavorful French-inspired dish that transforms simple ingredients into a melt-in-your-mouth meal. The slow cooking process allows the beef to become incredibly tender while soaking up the deep, savory flavors of red wine, bacon, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for cozy dinners, this dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Ingredients:
5 slices bacon, chopped

3 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch chunks

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 cup red cooking wine

2 cups broth (chicken or beef)

½ cup tomato sauce

¼ cup soy sauce

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 onion, diced

3 large carrots, sliced

1 pound baby potatoes, halved

8 ounces mushrooms, sliced

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for thickening, optional)

2 tablespoons butter (for sautéing, optional)

Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

How to Make:
Cook the Bacon: