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

 * 1) 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.
 * 2) 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.
 * 3) 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.