Balsamic Beef Steak Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 beef Top Sirloin Steak, 3/4 inch thick (about 1 pound)
• 1-1/4 cups balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
• 1/2 cup minced shallot
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 fresh red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 5 cups cooked penne pasta (about 8 ounces uncooked)
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• Chopped fresh basil (optional)