Ingredients
2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta2 beef tenderloin steaks (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper5 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 6 cups), coarsely chopped2 cups grape tomatoes, halved1/3 cup prepared pesto1/4 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
Preparation
Cook pasta according to package directions.
Meanwhile, sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. Grill steaks, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°).
Drain pasta; transfer to a large bowl. Add spinach, tomatoes, pesto and walnuts; toss to coat. Cut steak into thin slices. Serve pasta mixture with beef; sprinkle with cheese.
