Oven-Roasted Tomato Cavatappi with Grilled Flank Steak

By ltrodrigu

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup oven-roasted tomatoes
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons basil leaves, chopped
• 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 ounces cavatappi pasta
• Kosher salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 pound flank steak, grilled
• Parmesan cheese, for garnish
• Small side salad, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In a food processor or blender, pulse the tomatoes and garlic. Add the herbs, vinegar, and olive oil. Pulse till combined. Toss the cooked pasta with 3/4 of the sauce and set aside.

Season the steak with salt and pepper. Grill to medium, about 4 minutes a side. Transfer to cutting board and let rest 5 minutes, then slice and toss with remaining sauce. Add to pasta, garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Serve with small side salad, if desired.