2 tbsp. cornstarch
1/3 c. soy sauce
1/4 c. sugar
1 clove garlic, minced or mashed
2 tsp. fresh ginger, minced (or 1/2 tsp. ground ginger)
1/4 c. dry white wine (optional)
2 c. regular-strength beef broth (or 2 1/4 c., if wine is omitted)

In a pan, blend together the cornstarch, soy sauce, sugar, garlic and fresh or ground ginger. Stir in wine, if used, and the beef broth. Cook, stirring until thickened.

Makes about 2-1/2 cups.