Picadillo

1 lb. ground beef
2 cloves garlic
1 can (14.5 ounce) low sodium stewed tomatoes, cut
1 medium apple, unpeeled and chopped
4 large green onions with tops, finely sliced
⅓ c. raisins
¼ c. water
1 T. vinegar
1 t. sugar
½ t. celery seed
½ t. ground cinnamon and cumin
¼ t. salt and pepper
⅛ t. ground cloves
3 T. slivered almonds, toasted

Cook ground beef and garlic. Drain fat. Stir in tomatoes, apple, onions, raisins, water and spices.
Bring to boil. Lower heat and simmer covered for 20 minutes. Stir in almonds. Serve over hot cooked rice.