Italian Sirloin Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. boneless beef sirloin steak, cut 1-inch thick
1 large clove garlic, crushed
2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
2 medium onions, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1/8 tsp. ground red pepper
1 can (14 oz.) tomatoes, undrained
1 c. ready to serve beef broth
2 medium zucchini, cut 1/4-inch slices
grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Cut beef steak into 1/4-inch strips.
Cut each strip into 1-inch pieces.
Combine garlic and 1 tablespoon oil.
Stir into beef and reserve.
Saute onion in remaining oil, in large saucepan. Cook 3 minutes.
Sprinkle with basil and pepper, cook and stir one minute.
Add tomatoes, beef broth and zucchini.
Bring to a boil, cover; reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat large nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
Cook and stir beef 1 to 2 minutes.
Add to sauce.
Stir 2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water into stew and cook until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
Serve with grated cheese.
Makes 4 servings.