Hearty and flavorful Smoky Irish Wolfhound Stew recipe

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef stew meat, cubed
• 6 slices of thick-cut bacon, chopped
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup stout beer
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste