Add chuck roast, 1 cup water, 1 teaspoon Better Than Bouillon Roasted Beef Base, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper to slow cooker
Cook on low for 4-5 hours until beef is tender and shreds easily
Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat
Sauté sliced mushrooms and onions until very rich in color, about 15 minutes
Add garlic, thyme, tomato paste, 1 ½ tablespoons Better Than Bouillon, and flour; sauté for a few minutes
Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and 2 cups water; bring to a simmer
Gradually add heavy cream until desired color is achieved
Add shredded beef to the gravy (use about half of the cooked beef)
Serve on egg noodles or baked potato
Garnish with chives and sour cream
