Green or Red Chile Stew

1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
½ lb. lean stew meat, ½ in. cubed
3 small potatoes, cubed
⅛ medium onion, chopped
3 small tomatoes, cubed
(optional – use only in Green Chile Stew)

1. Heat oil in 3 or 4 quart pot.
   
2. Add meat and brown over low heat for approximately 4 minutes.
   
3. Add potatoes and onion. Brown for approximately 4 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
   
4. Add tomato, chile, garlic, water and salt. Stir and bring to a boil.
   
5. Lower heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Makes four 8 oz. servings.