Heart Healthy Recipes

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serves 8[/size][/#4e3124] [font "Times"]1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon unseasoned meat tenderizer

2 pounds beef sirloin tips, all visible fat removed, cut into cubes and drained on paper towel

2 cloves garlic, finely minced

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

1 1/4 cup homemade beef broth or low-sodium beef broth

1/3 cup dry red wine

1 tablespoon light soy sauce

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1/4 cup cold water

1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
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[font "Times"]Place large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle pepper and meat tenderizer on meat. Place meat in skillet and brown on all sides, turning often, until well browned. Add garlic and onions and cook until onions are transparent.

Add broth, wine and soy sauce. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours, or until meat is tender.

In a small bowl, blend cornstarch and water until smooth. Slowly pour into skillet, stirring constantly. Continue to cook and stir until gravy thickens.

Sprinkle parsley on top. Serve with rice if desired.
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[font "Times"]Calories: 177[/font]
[font "Times"]Protein: 26 g[/font]
[font "Times"]Carbohydrates: 5 g[/font]
[font "Times"]Total Fat: 5 g[/font]
[font "Times"]Saturated Fat: 2 g[/font]
[font "Times"]Polyunsaturated Fat: 0 g[/font]
[font "Times"]Monounsaturated Fat: 2 g[/font]
[font "Times"]Cholesterol: 67 mg[/font]
[font "Times"]Sodium: 244 mg[/font]