Instructions
- Place the beef cubes in a large slow cooker. Top with the garlic, carrots, mushrooms and corn.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, oregano and House Seasoning. Pour the broth mixture over the contents of the slow cooker and stir to combine.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7 to 9 hours, or on high for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours, until the beef is tender.
- To make the mashed potatoes, place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover them with 2 inches of water. Bring the potatoes to a boil over high heat and stir in the salt.
- Reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender when stabbed with a fork (start checking them at 15 minutes).
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the milk, butter, salt and pepper to taste. Gently mash the potatoes with a handheld potato masher.
- Use a large spoon to skim any fat from the surface of the beef and veggie mixture in the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, mix the flour and 6 tablespoons (90 ml) water until smooth, then slowly stir the mixture into the slow cooker.
- Add the peas.
- Adjust the seasonings to taste with salt and pepper.
- Mix the cheddar into the mashed potatoes and spread in an even layer over the top of the beef and vegetables.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 15-30 minutes, until the gravy has thickened and the mashed potatoes are heated through.