Pepper Steak with Rice

Description
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

 * 3 cups hot cooked rice
 * 1 pound lean beef round steak, cut 1/2 inch thick
 * 1 tablespoon paprika
 * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
 * 2 cloves garlic, crushed
 * 1 1/2 cups beef broth
 * 1 cup sliced green onions
 * 2 green pepper, cut into strips
 * 2 tablespoons cornstarch
 * 1/4 cup water
 * 1/4 cup soy sauce
 * 2 large fresh tomatoes, cut into eighths

Directions
While rice is cooking, pound steak to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into 1/4-inch wide strips. Sprinkle meat with paprika and allow to stand while preparing other ingredients.

Using large skillet, brown meat in butter. Add garlic and broth. Cover and simmer 30 minutes. Stir in onions and green peppers. Cover and cook 5 minutes more.

Blend cornstarch, water, and soy sauce. Stir into meat mixture. Cook, stirring, until clear and thickened, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and stir gently. Serve over fluffy rice.