Toss the beef chunks with flour, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef and brown on all sides.

Transfer the beef to a slow cooker.

In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened. Add the wine, broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf, and bring to a simmer.

Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.

Add the carrots and mushrooms to the slow cooker.

Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.

Remove the bay leaf.

In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the parsley and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Serve the beef bourguignon with the butter and parsley mixture spooned over the top.

In order to maintain healthy body functions, protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, minerals and dietary fibers must be taken into the body in sufficient amounts with food. For this, each type of food should be consumed in sufficient quantities and without excess, and diversity should be provided in the diet.

Proteins: Proteins are also called the constructive and restorative food group and are the most abundant nutrient in the structure of the human body. Protein needs must be fully met in order to support psychological and cognitive functions, to perform motor skills and produce the energy required for this, to maintain the healthy production of immune system elements and blood, and to perform many other functions. Protein, which is found in varying amounts in plant and animal foods, increases the amount of protein required for a healthy diet in young people and especially in physically active people and athletes with high levels of physical activity, while the amount of protein required to be taken with food decreases in individuals with a sedentary lifestyle and liver and kidney patients.

Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are the body’s main energy sources; It is found mostly in grains, legumes and fruits. While individuals who want to eat healthy should take care to fully meet their carbohydrate needs, they should meet them from complex carbohydrates (whole grains, legumes, etc.) with high fiber, vitamin and mineral content, instead of refined sugar and purified grains. In this way, weight control can be achieved, while fluctuations in energy and mood can be prevented and blood sugar can be kept under control.

Fats: Fats, another nutrient, are among the food groups most associated with weight gain and should be consumed in moderation. However, in order to maintain body functions without any problems and especially to maintain hormonal balance, the amount of fat the body needs must be met from healthy sources. Processed oils such as animal fats and margarine should be avoided as much as possible, and instead, care should be taken to consume olive oil and fish containing omega 3 fatty acids. While meeting the fat requirement, this is not just about the fats added to foods; It should not be forgotten that foods such as meat, milk and fish contain significant amounts of fat.