Sear the beef

• Season the beef chunks with salt and black pepper.
• Heat the olive oil in a frying pan and sear the beef on all sides until browned.

Build the slow cooker base

• Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
• Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika and brown sugar.
• Pour in the beef stock and place the seared beef on top.

Slow cook the beef

• Cover and cook on low until the beef is very tender and shreds easily.
• Shred the beef with two forks and mix it back into the cooking juices.

Cook the potatoes

• Place the potatoes in a stockpot, cover with cold salted water and bring to a boil.
• Cook until fork tender, then drain well.

Make the cheesy mash

• Mash the potatoes with the butter and warm milk until smooth.
• Fold in the grated cheddar cheese and season with salt and pepper.

Serve

• Spoon the pulled beef and its juices over the cheesy mashed potatoes.