Zesty Beef-And-Onion Stew, Lhj

Yield:	4 Servings
Categories:	Beef, Soups

2	ts	Minced garlic
3/4	ts	Salt; divided
2	lb	Beef chuck; trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4	ts	Freshly ground pepper
10	oz	Fresh pearl onions
10	oz	Rotel tomatoes with green chilies; canned