Chinese Pepper Steak

INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups julienned green bell pepper
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
3/4 pound boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup apple juice
1/4 cup cold water
Hot cooked rice


DIRECTIONS
In a wok or skillet, stir-fry green peppers and onion in 1 tablespoon oil for 2-3 minutes. Add mushrooms; stir-fry 1 minute longer. Remove and keep warm.
Season the beef with salt and pepper. In the same skillet, stir-fry the beef and garlic in remaining oil for 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink; drain.
Combine the cornstarch, apple juice and water until smooth; stir into the beef mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minutes or until thickened. Return the vegetables to the pan; heat through. Serve over the rice.