Crockpot Steak and Potatoes

1 large onion, sliced
8 medium potatoes, quartered
1 1/2 to 2 1/2 pounds round steak, cut in 6 to 8 serving-size pieces
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 envelope beefy onion soup mix
12 ounces liquid (broth, water, beer)
1/2 teaspoon salt

Combine sliced onion and potatoes in bottom of crockpot. Arrange steak over vegetables. Combine brown sugar, nutmeg, onion soup mix; sprinkle over the beef. Pour beer over all. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours, until beef is tender. Taste and add salt to taste.
Serves 6 to 8.