Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry-September

2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
1/2 cup water, plus
2 tablespoons water, divided
2 cloves garlic
1 1/2 lb boneless round steak, cut into thin 3-inch strips
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
6 cups broccoli florets
1 small onion, cut into wedges
1/3 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons black pepper
hot cooked rice

1
In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water and garlic powder until smooth.
2
Add beef and toss.
3
In a large skillet or wok over medium high heat, stir-fry beef in 1 tablespoon oil until beef reaches desired doneness; remove and keep warm.
4
Stir-fry broccoli and onion in remaining oil for 4-5 minutes.
5
Return beef to pan.
6
Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger and remaining cornstarch and water until smooth; add to the pan.
7
Cook and stir for 2 minutes.
8
Serve over rice.