minutes. Place steaks in skillet and cook 8 to 10 minutes for rare (140 degrees F.) to medium (160 degrees F.), turning once. Meanwhile dissolve cornstarch in broth in small saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.

Stir in the thyme and bay leaf. Reduce heat to medium and cook until mixture is reduced to 1/2 cup, about 5 minutes. Stir in the wine and peppercorns; cook 3 minutes, stirring occcasionally. Remove bay leaf. Spoon sauce over steaks.

Serving suggestions: Steamed new potatoes with green onion and red cabbage and carrot salad.