1 lb. beef chuck steak, cut in thin strips
1/4 c. oil
1 c. bell pepper, chopped
1 clove minced garlic
1 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. salt
1/4 c. water
1 c. onion, chopped
1/2 c. celery, chopped
1 tbsp. cornstarch
1 c. water
2 tomatoes, chopped

Brown beef in hot oil. Add garlic; simmer. Add soy sauce, salt, and water; cook 45 minutes. Add vegetables. Cook for 10 minutes. Blend 1 c. water and cornstarch; add and stir. Add tomatoes; cook 5 minutes. Serve over rice. 4 servings.