Beef and Arugula Penne

Penne with Beef and Arugula
Recipe by Giada De Laurentiis
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:
- 1 pound New York strip steak
- 1 teaspoon herbs de Provence
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 3/4 cup extra-virgin Spanish olive oil, plus 3 tablespoons
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1/4 cup aged Balsamic vinegar from Modena
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 cups chopped arugula

Method:
Season the steak with salt and freshly ground black pepper, herbs de Provence, and minced garlic. In a skillet, heat 3 tablespoons Spanish 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.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 large bowl toss together the pasta, arugula, and steak. Add more dressing, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Toss, pack for the picnic, or serve.
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