1 lb. ground beef
16 oz. pkg. mixed frozen broccoli, carrots
1 tbsp. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. pepper
8 oz. can pineapple tidbits in its own juice, drained, reserving liquid
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tbsp. vinegar
1 tbsp. cornstarch
2 tbsp. water
Hot cooked rice

Brown ground beef; drain. Stir in vegetables, brown sugar, ginger, garlic powder, pepper, reserved pineapple liquid, soy sauce and vinegar; blend well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover. Simmer for 4-8 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in pineapple.

In small bowl, combine cornstarch and water; blend until smooth. Gradually stir into hot mixture in skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Serve over hot cooked rice. 4 servings.