Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients:
3 to 4 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cubed
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) chicken broth
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms (optional)
1 can (12 ounces) regular cola or Pepsi
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 envelope onion soup mix
1 to 2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 envelopes country gravy mix
2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream
Hot cooked noodles or rice

1.  In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first nine ingredients.  Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until beef is tender.

2.  With a slotted spoon, remove beef and mushrooms.  Place gravy mix in a large saucepan; gradually whisk in cooking liquid.  Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.  Remove from the heat; stir in sour cream.  Add beef and mushrooms to the gravy.  Serve over noodles (or rice).