Beef Pastel Recipe

Season beef with salt and pepper. In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, sear beef in oil. Add garlic and onion, and cook, stirring, until softened. Pour in 3 cups water or until water covers beef. Bring to a boil.Cover and simmer until beef is tender, adding more water if necessary. Alternatively, use pressure cooker for faster tenderizing. Reduce stock. Add carrots. Cook until cooked through.

Whisk in soup powder until dissolved. Add remaining vegetables and sausages, and cook until heated through. Transfer to a 13"x9" in. baking dish.

Recipe originally published in the May 2014 issue of Good Housekeeping Philippines.