Hot and Cold Pasta Salad

Chilled pasta tossed with warm beef and broccoli stir-fry is just what you need when you're looking for a change from traditional pasta salads.

Serves: 4

Cooking Time: 15 min

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Italian dressing, divided
• 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon soy sauce, divided
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 1/4 pounds beef flank steak, cut into 1/4-inch strips
• 12 ounces uncooked bow tie noodles
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/2 head broccoli, cut into florets

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons Italian dressing, 1/2 cup soy sauce, the garlic, ginger, and orange juice. Place steak strips into mixture; cover and chill for 1 to 2 hours.
    
2. Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions; drain, rinse, and drain well. Set aside in a large bowl and allow to cool.
    
3. In a small bowl, combine pepper and the remaining Italian dressing and soy sauce.
    
4. Coat a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat; remove beef from marinade and add to skillet, discarding remaining marinade.
    
5. Add broccoli, and stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes, until beef is cooked and broccoli is crisp-tender. Add beef and dressing mixtures to noodles; toss until well mixed. Serve immediately.