Flank Steak and Dried Tomato-Basil Pesto Linguine

Ingredients

• 1 (16-ounce) package linguine
• 1 (1 1/2-pound) flank steak
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup Dried Tomato-Basil Pesto
• 4 cups loosely packed fresh spinach leaves
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper

Preparation

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
2. Brush both sides of flank steak evenly with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt.
3. Grill steak, covered with grill lid, over medium-high heat (350° to 400°) 8 to 10 minutes on each side or to desired degree of doneness. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Cut diagonally across the grain into thin strips.
4. Heat 1/2 cup Dried Tomato-Basil Pesto in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add beef strips, and cook, stirring often, 2 to 3 minutes. Add spinach, and cook, stirring often, 3 minutes or just until wilted. Add cooked pasta and remaining 1/2 cup Dried Tomato-Basil Pesto, and cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with ground pepper and red pepper, and serve immediately.