Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Makes 4 servings

Prep Time: 10 min.
Chilling Time: 2 to 3 hours
Cooking Time: 20 min.

Ingredients:
1 pound lean beef
1 1/2 cups low-fat chicken broth
3 Tablespoons soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms
4 cups broccoli florets
1/2 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 Tablespoons cornstarch
2 Tablespoons dry sherry wine

Cooking Directions:
1) Slice beef into 1/4-inch slices. Place meat in a large resealable plastic bag.
2) Add chicken broth, soy sauce, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ground pepper, red pepper, and ginger.
3) Mix well and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
4) When ready to serve, remove meat from marinate and reserve marinade.
5) Dry off meat with a paper towel.
6) In a large, nonstick skillet, heat oil. Add meat and fry until brown.
7) Push meat to the side and add mushrooms, broccoli, and red pepper.
8) Stir until mushrooms and tender.
9) In a small bowl, combine reserve marinade, cornstarch, and sherry.
10) Stir into skillet and cook until mixture thickens.
11) Add extra broth if it gets too thick.
12) Cover pan and cook just until broccoli is tender-crisp.

Kitchen Tip:
Serve over rice.