saucy beef with broccoli

Saucy Beef with Broccoli

• 2 T. cornstarch
• 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 T. brown sugar
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 t. minced fresh gingerroot
• 1 pound lean boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into strips
• canola oil
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1 bunch green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces

In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients until blended; set aside.  In a large nonstick skillet, stir-fry beef in oil for 1-2 minutes or until no longer pink.  Remove and keep warm.

In the same skillet, stir-fry broccoli for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender (add more oil if necessary).  Add onions; stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.  Return beef to the skillet.  Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.  Reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 5-6 minutes or until meat and vegetables are tender.