Photo: Penne with Beef and Arugula Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 (1-pound) New York strip steak
- 1 teaspoon herbs de Provence
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 3 tablespoons
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for steak and pasta water
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for steak
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 2 cups chopped arugula
Directions
Season the steak with salt and freshly ground black pepper, herbs de Provence, and minced garlic. In a skillet, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Cook steak about 7 minutes per side. Remove the meat from pan and let it rest for 5 minutes. Thinly slice the steak. Set aside.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, fresh herbs, and 3/4 cup olive oil. In a large bowl toss the pasta with half of the salad dressing and the reserved pasta water. Add the arugula and steak, more dressing, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, as needed. Toss, pack for the picnic, or serve.
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By marielalzl_10041534
Flushing , NY
on January 10, 2013
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This recipe is amazing! It's been on my recipe box forever, and I had to make a comment about how delicious it is. I've been making it for 4 years, and it's definitely a family favorite. Will continue making it forever, thanks Giada!
By smsood
Los Angeles, CA
on November 24, 2012
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I jokingly call this "man-catcher pasta," since all of the men in my life LOVE this dish, but it is really a misnomer because so do all the women! The steak is so simple yet so tasty- sometimes I'll even make the steak on its own! This is my go-to dish when I want something quick yet satisfying. The only changes I ever make is to add just a sprinkling of red pepper flakes and parmesan cheese at the end. I would be wary of which balsamic vinegar you use- in the past I have used different brands without sampling them first, and it has made the vinaigrette a too sweet for my liking.
By amyc09
on August 13, 2012
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Fantastic dinner! Very fast meal and so much flavor. It was a hit and I will definitely make again.
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