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.