Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe (Guinness Style)

Ingredients:

• 2–3 lb chuck roast, trimmed and cut into cubes (or use pre-cut stew meat)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Flour (gluten-free if preferred), for dredging
• Oil, for browning
• 4–5 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 4–5 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 small onions, chopped
• 6–8 cloves garlic, chopped
• 6–8 red potatoes, chopped
• 1 small can tomato paste
• 1 can diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 bottle or can of beer (Guinness works great)
• 1 cup beef broth or stock
• 2 bay leaves
• Smoked hot paprika and sweet paprika, to taste
• Chili powder, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prep the Meat:
   Season the beef with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
2. Brown the Beef:
   In a heated pan or using the sauté function on your slow cooker, brown the beef on all sides. Once browned, remove and set aside.
3. Sauté the Aromatics:
   Add garlic to the same pan with a bit more oil if needed. Cook until lightly golden.
4. Add the Veggies:
   Stir in the carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and tomato paste. Sauté for about 10 minutes.
5. Add Tomatoes and Beer:
   Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice. Cook for another 5 minutes, then add the beer. Simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Combine Everything:
   Return the beef to the pot and mix well. Add the beef broth, bay leaves, paprika, chili powder, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
7. Slow Cook:
   Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours. Stir occasionally if you like to taste and adjust seasoning during cooking.
8. Serve and Enjoy!
   Taste and adjust seasoning one final time before serving.