Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked linguine1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 cup water1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 cup julienned green pepper1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups fresh or frozen snow peas, thawed and halved2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms

Preparation

Cook linguine according to package directions; drain. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, pepper and cayenne. Stir in water and soy sauce until smooth; set aside.

In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry beef in hot oil for 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink. Using a slotted spoon, remove meat and set aside. Add the peppers and garlic; stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the snow peas and mushrooms; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.

Stir soy sauce mixture and add to vegetables. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in beef and linguine; heat through.