Beef Stew without bay

1 medium onion , quartered 2 medium carrots , cut into large chunks 2 stalks celery , cut into large chunks 2 garlic cloves , crushed 3 lbs boneless beef stew[...]

1 lb beef stew meat , tenderized 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon onion powder 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive[...]