tir-fried steak Italian-style.

1 lb. lean top or bottom round steak, 1 inch thick
2 tbsp. oil
2 med. onions, thinly sliced
3 green peppers, cut in 1/4 inch strips
2 lg. tomatoes, seeded, chopped
1/2 tsp. salt
Pinch coarsely ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. dried leaf basil, crushed
1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp. ground oregano
1 tsp. red wine vinegar
2 tbsp. water
1/2 c. pitted whole ripe olives
3 c. hot cooked rice

Or 1 (8 oz.) package broad flat noodles or other pasta, cooked

Cut meat into thin strips. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in wok over high heat. Stir-fry beef strips in hot oil only until no pink remains. Spoon cooked meat onto a warm platter; set aside. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining tablespoon oil to wok. Add onions and green peppers. Stir-fry 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, salt, black pepper, basil, Italian seasoning and oregano. Stir-fry 1 minute. Add vinegar and water. Cover wok and simmer 1 minute. Add cooked meat and olives. Stir-fry until meat is hot, about 1 minute. Serve over rice, noodles or other pasta. Makes 4 servings.