Beef Stew without refried

3 lbs beef chuck , cut into 2 inch cubes 1 teaspoon dried thyme (for the meat) 1 teaspoon dried marjoram (for the meat) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground[...]

2 -3 tablespoons olive oil 2 -3 garlic cloves , minced or pressed 1 1/4 lbs stewing beef , cut into 1 inch cubes 1 large onion , coarsely chopped 1 teaspoon[...]