BEEF BOURGUIGNON

1 cup beef broth
1 large onion, sliced
1/2 t. thyme
2 T. chopped parsley
1 bay leaf
1/4 t. pepper
2 lbs. stewing beef, cut into 1 1/2" cubes
3 slices bacon, diced
12 small white onions
1/2 lb. mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 t. salt

Combine first 7 ingredients, mix well and add beef. Marinate at least 3 hours on counter or overnight in fridge. Drain meat, reserving marinade. In skillet, saute bacon and remove. Brown meat in bacon fat. Combine beef, bacon, vegetables and seasonings in slow-cooker. Pour over enough of marinade to cover all exposed beef. Cook on low 8-10 hours.