1 tbsp. butter
1 lb. boneless round steak, trimmed of fat and cut in thin strips
2 tbsp. finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, chopped
2 lg. green peppers, sliced into strips
1/2 c. celery, diagonally sliced
1/2 c. beef consomme
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 tbsp. chopped pimiento
2 tsp. cornstarch
3 tbsp. water
1 tsp. soy sauce

Melt butter in skillet over low heat. Add the strips of beef and brown on both sides. Pour off any drippings, then add the onion, garlic, green peppers, and celery. Add the consomme and season with salt and pepper. Cover the skillet tightly and simmer the meat for 20 minutes. Do not boil. Add the pimiento. Blend cornstarch, water and soy sauce. Stir into skillet to thicken mixture. Simmer, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. 4 servings.