Hearty Vegetable Stew (Vegan) (Slow Cooker Option)

large yellow onion, chopped

garlic, chopped

medium carrots, ( 2 cups) peeled and sliced

small rutabaga, (1 and 1/2 to 2 cups) peeled and chopped into bite size pieces, (approximately 1 inch cubes) -see notes*

medium red potatoes, (about 5 - 6 cups) peeled and chopped into bite size pieces, (approximately 1 inch cubes)

sliced mushrooms, white or cremini

and 1/2 tablespoons Better Than Bouillon Vegetarian No beef Soup Base, there is also an organic variety available but I have not tried it.

tomato paste

fresh rosemary, finely chopped

onion powder

granulated garlic

pepper

celery salt

beer

red wine

water