Beef Stew - With legumes

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[...]

1 package beef * 4 large potatoes 4 each carrots 1 each onion cooking 2 each bay leaves * 1 can green peas * Brown the beef with the onions in a large pot.[...]