Ingredients:

• 2 lbs cubed beef stew meat
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 package brown gravy mix
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 2 cups water
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 cup water
  (add red or green bell peppers if desired)

Instructions:
In a large skillet, heat oil over high heat.
Saute the onion until translucent.
Add stew meat and cook on high heat until meat is browned on all sides (3-5 minutes). Pour 2 cups water, soy sauce, and worcestershire sauce into the skillet.
Stir in garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Bring to boil and reduce heat.
Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Then combine the gravy mix with 1 cup of water, mix thoroughly and stir into the meat. Bring to boil, stirring frequently until it slightly thickens.