Top Sirloin Filets with Spinach-Lemon Pesto Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 beef Top Sirloin Filets, cut 1-3/4 to 2 inches thick (about 1 pound)
• 3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Toasted sliced almonds (optional)

Marinade:

• Grated peel from 1/2 lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Pesto:

• 2 cups packed fresh baby spinach
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• Grated peel from 1/2 lemon
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil