Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
  • 2 beef tenderloin steaks (6 ounces each)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 5 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 6 cups), coarsely chopped
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1/3 cup prepared pesto
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Instruction

  • 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.