Braised Sirloin Tips

I clipped this from the paper and tweeked it to suit my family's tastes. My dh is a real meat lover and this is a favorite of his.

Be sure all visible fat is trimmed off the meat.

Brown on all sides in a large heavy skillet.

Add consomme , wine , soy sauce , garlic and onion powder.

Heat to boiling.

Reduce heat , cover , and simmer 1 hour , or until meat is tender.

Blend cornstarch and water and stir gradually into the stew.

Cook , stirring constantly , until gravy thickens and boils.

Cook 1 minute more.

Serve over rice.

beef sirloin tip, beef consomme, red burgundy wine, soy sauce, garlic, onion powder, cornstarch, water