Chinese Beef And Vegetable Stew Recipe

In a 3 1/2- or 4-quart electric slow cooker, mix together the cabbage, green pepper, mushrooms, scallions, water chestnuts, and beef. In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons each of the sherry and soy sauce, the water hoisin sauce, chili paste and garlic powder. Pour over the beef and vegetables in the pot. Sprinkle with the garlic pepper.

Cover and cook on the low heat setting for 5 1/2 to 6 hours. In a small bowl or cup, mix together the cornstarch and remaining sherry and soy sauce. Increase the heat setting to high. Stir in the cornstarch mixture. Place cover slightly ajar and cook on high for 1/2 hour, stirring once or twice, until the sauce clears and thickens slightly. Stir in the green beans and red pepper and cook 5 to 10 minutes longer.