Beef and Blue Cheese Penne with Pesto |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
2 cup(s) uncooked whole wheat penne pasta |
2 beef tenderloin steaks (6 ounces each) |
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt |
1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper |
6 cup(s) fresh baby spinach, chopped |
2 cup(s) grape tomatoes, halved |
5 tablespoon(s) prepared pesto |
1/4 cup(s) chopped walnuts |
1/4 cup(s) crumbled gorgonzola cheese |
Directions:
1. • Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. • Meanwhile, sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. Grill steaks, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145° medium, 160° well-done, 170°).
3. • Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Add the spinach, tomatoes, pesto and walnuts; toss to coat. Thinly slice steaks. Divide pasta mixture among four serving plates. Top with beef; sprinkle with cheese.
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