Ingredients

3tbspbutter,divided

1lbcremini mushrooms,sliced

1yellow onion,diced

2clovesgarlic,minced

½tspkosher salt

¼tspcoarse ground pepper

½tspdried thyme,or 1 tsp fresh thyme

2cupsrice

4cupsvegetable broth,or beef broth

Preparation

In a heavy-bottomed pot, add 2 tablespoons of butter and the mushrooms.

Cook on medium-high for 3 to 5 minutes or until it starts to caramelize.

Stir and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

Remove the mushrooms and transfer them into the slow cooker.

Add in the onions, salt, pepper, and thyme along with the last tablespoon of butter.

Cook on medium for 3 to 5 minutes, or until they start to turn golden brown.

Add in the garlic, stir, and cook for 1 minute.

Scrape the onion garlic mixture into the slow cooker.

Add in the rice and broth.

Cook on High for 2 hours.