Beef Stew without cognac cumin

1 lb lean stew meat 6 cups water 2 garlic cloves , minced 1 onion , diced 4 stalks celery , diced 4 carrots , sliced 15 ounces green beans 15 ounces Tomatoes[...]

2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat 10 cups water 4 large carrots , peeled and diced 4 stalks celery , diced 1 onion , chopped 2 cups frozen[...]

4 slices bacon , thick slices, rind removed, cut crosswise into 1/2 pieces 1 onion , medium, yellow, and diced 5 garlic cloves , minced 6 tablespoons canola[...]