Filipino Beef Picadillo

Ingredients:
l-1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium-sized onion, chopped
I medium-sized tomato, chopped
I large potato, cubed in small pieces
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1/3 cup water
1/2 cup sweet red pepper, cubed into small pieces
salt and pepper to taste

Method:
Cook lean ground beef in skillet. Season lightly with salt. Drain fat. Set meat aside.

In a pan over medium heat, sauté garlic in oil until lightly browned. Add onion, stir for 1 minute. Add tomato, cook until soft. Add cooked meat, potato, soy sauce, water, salt and pepper.

Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until meat and potato cubes are tender. Add sweet red pepper

cubes last to add color. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Correct seasonings to taste. Serve immediately. Serves 4-6