Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. beef round steak (1/2-inch thick)
  • 1 Tbsp. shortening
  • 1 (16 oz.) can tomato wedges
  • 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp. beef flavored bouillon
  • 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2 medium green peppers, cut in 1/2-inch strips

Method

  • Trim excess fat from steak; cut meat into 2 x 1/4-inch strips. In medium skillet, brown meat strips in hot shortening; drain off excess fat.
  • Drain tomatoes, reserving liquid.
  • Add reserved tomato liquid, onion slices, garlic clove, beef bouillon, Worcestershire sauce, salt and dash of pepper to browned meat strips.
  • Cover tightly and simmer mixture over low heat for 50 minutes.
  • Stir in green pepper strips and tomato wedges.
  • Cook meat mixture, covered, until green pepper is tender, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Remove meat and vegetables to serving bowl with slotted spoon.
  • Reserve cooking liquid to pass, adding additional hot water to make 1/2 cup, if necessary.
  • Makes 6 servings.