Stew Beef and Rice

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

2 lb

beef chuck, cut into approx. 2-inch chunks

2 cups

thinly sliced or diced onion (about 1 large onion)

1 1/2 cups

green bell pepper thinly sliced or diced (about 1 large pepper)

garlic cloves, minced/grated

2 tsp

dried oregano

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

ground black pepper

5 cups

beef stock

bay leaf

1/4 cup

cold water

3 tbsp

cornstarch

additional salt and pepper

4 cups

cups cooked rice