Basil Beef Asian Pasta Stir-Fry

• 30 min
• 4 SERVINGS
• 380 Cal
• 31 g Protein

Ingredients:

• 1 pound beef Sirloin Tip Center Steaks, cut 1 inch thick
• 1 cup uncooked multi-grain penne pasta
• 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
• 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup packed, thinly sliced fresh basil
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
• Fresh basil leaves

Cooking:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Set aside; keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, cut beef steaks crosswise into 1/4-inch thick strips; set aside.
3. Combine chili sauce, lemon juice and 1 teaspoon olive oil in small bowl; set aside.
4. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add half of beef; stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes or until outside surface of beef is no longer pink. Remove from skillet; keep warm. Repeat with 1 teaspoon oil and remaining beef.
5. Heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil in same skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add bell pepper; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes. Return beef to skillet. Add basil and chili sauce mixture; cook and stir until sauce is thickened and bubbly. Stir in cooked pasta; cook 1 minute or until heated through. Serve sprinkled with almonds and goat cheese. Garnish with basil leaves, as desired.