Broccoli And Beef Stir-Fry

• 2 tsp. dry sherry
• 1/8 tsp. black pepper
• 2 tsp. soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. sugar
• 3/4 c. water
• 2 tsp. cornstarch
• 1/4 c. peanut oil
• 3/4 lb. broccoli flowerets (broccoli stalks cut into diagonal 1/4-inch slices)
• 1/2 lb. flank or round steak, sliced thinly across the grain in 1 1/2-inch long strips

1. Mix first 5 ingredients and 1/2 cup of water; set aside.
2. Mix cornstarch with remaining 1/4 cup water; set aside.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in wok or shallow skillet until hot.
4. Add broccoli stalks, sliced.
5. Cover and cook 2 to 3 minutes.
6. Add broccoli flowerets; cover and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until tender-crisp.
7. Remove broccoli to platter.
8. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to wok; heat until hot.
9. Add meat and stir-fry until done.
10. Add soy sauce.
11. Add cornstarch mixture; stir until slightly thickened.
12. Add broccoli and mix well.
13. Serve over rice.

sherry, black pepper, soy sauce, salt, sugar, water, cornstarch, peanut oil, broccoli flowerets, long strips

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=562408 (may not work)