BEEF MECHADO

INGREDIENTS
1 kilo beef round
Strips of fat for larding
4 whole onions, peeled
1/2 cup vinegar
1 cup tomato sauce
2 pieces bay leaf
Water
1 tsp. peppercorns
6 small potatoes, peeled
2 medium-size green bell pepper, sliced

PROCEDURE
Lard the center of the beek with the strips of fat. Place the larded beef in a saucepan with the onions, vinegar, tomato sauce, bay leaves, and enough water to cook the beef. Simmer until the beef is tender.

Season to taste. Add peppercorns, potatoes, and bell pepper. Cook until potatoes are tender. Slice the meat thinly before serving.