Beef and Broccoli Risotto

Makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

 * 3/4 pound Beef sirloin, cut into strips
 * garlic salt and ground black pepper
 * 1 1/2 cups fresh Broccoli flowerets
 * 3/4 cup diced red pepper
 * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
 * 1/2 cup chopped Onion
 * 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
 * 1 cup uncooked U.S. arborio or medium grain rice
 * 1/3 cup dry sherry
 * 2 cups beef broth, divided
 * 3 cups water
 * 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
 * 1/4 cup milk

Directions

 * 1) Season Beef with garlic salt and black pepper.
 * 2) Cook Beef, Broccoli and pepper in oil in large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
 * 3) Remove Beef and vegetables; set aside.
 * 4) Cook Onion in butter until soft.
 * 5) Add rice and stir 2 to 3 minutes.
 * 6) Add sherry; stir until absorbed.
 * 7) Stir in 1 cup broth; cook, uncovered, stirring frequently, until broth is absorbed.
 * 8) Continue stirring and adding remaining 1 cup broth and water, allowing each cup to be absorbed before adding another, until rice is tender and mixture has a creamy consistency. It will take approximately 25 to 30 minutes.
 * 9) Stir in Cheese, milk and reserved Beef mixture; serve immediately.