Asian Beef And Couscous Recipe

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   Cook couscous according to package directions on the range top, except omit margarine or possibly butter and salt.

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   For sauce, stir together preserves, soy sauce, gingerroot, and crushed red pepper; set aside.

3. 3

   thinly slice steak on the bias into bite-size strips.

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   Place beef strips in a 1 1/2-qt casserole.

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   Cover and micro-cook on 100% power (high) for 5 or possibly 6 min.

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   (low-wattage ovens: 8 to 9 min)

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   or possibly until meat is tender, stirring after 3 min.

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   Remove meat and throw away juices.

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   In the casserole place mushrooms, green and red pepper strips, and green onions.

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    Pour sauce mix over the vegetables.

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    Toss gently until mixed.

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    Cover and micro-cook on high for 4 to 5 min (low wattage ovens: 7 to 8 min) or possibly until pepper strips are crisp-tender, stirring after every minute.

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    Stir together vinegar and cornstarch, then add in mix to casserole.

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    Stir in meat.

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    Micro-cook, uncovered, on high for 3 to 4 min (low wattage ovens: 5 to 6 min) or possibly until mix is thick and bubbly, stirring after every minute.

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    Serve with cooked couscous or possibly rice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.