Dead Guy Stew

1 16-ounce can refried beans

1 cup Rogue Dead Guy Ale

1 3-pound chuck roast, cubed

1 large onion, diced

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 package taco seasoning (or make your own)

1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes

1 10-ounce can Rotel Tomatoes with Green Chilies

1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup fresh or frozen corn

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together ale and refried beans. Place all ingredients in the order listed into a greased 6-quart slow cooker; stir to combine. Cook on high six hours. Serve, garnished as you see fit.

NOTE: I seared my cubes of chuck roast before putting them into the crockpot, but I can't imagine that it made any difference, so do whatever is easier.

VooDoo Butter

4 ounces unsalted butter, softened

1 teaspoon sweet chili sauce

1 teaspoon honey

Pinch Worcestershire powder

Place all ingredients into a medium bowl and beat with a mixer 1 to 2 minutes until combined. Place into decorative molds and freeze until set, or place into a small ramekin and serve table side.