Best ever? YOU be the judge!

- 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 (or canola)
- 1 teaspoon garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 1 cup water