Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Stew (Cholent-style)

If using a Ninja Foodie or similar appliance with a sauté function, sauté the onion, garlic, carrot, and mushrooms to create a base. If using a standard crockpot, this step can be skipped. Add the bag of mixed dry beans and 2 pounds of chuck lean meat to the crockpot. Season very well with paprika, garlic and onion powder, or use a barbecue blend. Add three-quarter cup of a good barbecue sauce without high-fructose corn syrup. Optionally, add splashes of teriyaki or Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor. If serving to pickier kids, you can also add 1/4 cup of natural ketchup without high-fructose corn syrup. Add enough water to cover all the ingredients. Cook in the crockpot for 6 to 8 hours, or longer if desired, until the meat is tender and the beans are soft. Enjoy!