Bow-Tie Pasta with Beef and Tomatoes

Makes 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 10 min

Ingredients:

• 2 - cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (5 oz)
• 1 - Tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
• 1 - cup frozen bell pepper and onion stir-fry (from 1-lb bag)
• 1 - lb beef strips for stir-fry or beef flank steak, thinly sliced
• 1 - can (14.5 oz) Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
• 1 - teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/4 - teaspoon pepper
• Fresh basil leaves, if desired
• Freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired

Directions:

Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.

1. Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
2. Cook frozen stir-fry vegetables in oil 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in beef.
3. Cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink.
4. Stir in tomatoes, garlic salt and pepper.
5. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently and breaking up tomatoes slightly with spoon, until mixture is hot. Stir in pasta.
6. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until pasta is well coated and hot.
7. Garnish with basil. Serve with cheese.

High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): After stirring in tomatoes, cook 3 to 5 minutes. After stirring in pasta, cook 2 to 4 minutes.

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