Beef Stroganoff

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 1 tablespoon of the flour with the salt; dredge the meat in mixture.
2. 2
   Heat skillet, then add 2 tablespoons of the butter.
3. 3
   When melted, add the sirloin strips and brown quickly, flipping meat on all sides.
4. 4
   Add mushroom slices, onion and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until onion is barely tender. Remove the meat and mushrooms from the skillet.
5. 5
   Add the remaining butter to the pan drippings; when melted, blend in the remaining flour.
6. 6
   Add tomato paste.
7. 7
   Slowly pour in beef broth and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens.
8. 8
   Return meat and mushrooms to skillet.
9. 9
   This much can be done ahead of time, like the night before.
10. 10
    Stir in sour cream and sherry; heat briefly and serve.