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Ed Greer and rancher Mike Koster used to have a table outside the sheds at Dallas Farmers Market. Last fall, they decided to divide the rent on an inside space so they could offer more products and be more comfortable.

So Koster Cattle Co. and Mr. Greer's Pastabilities moved into the old box warehouse at the farmers market (where boxes were kept for arriving farmers) next to El Mercado restaurant and just north of Shed No. 1. You'll know their shop by its bright red doorway.

"We're able to offer a lot more for the shopping experience at the market," says Mr. Greer, who added olive oils, marinades and vinegars as well as frozen ravioli and sauces to his selection of Pappardelle's flavored dry pasta.

In addition to selling Angus beef, which he raises primarily on pastures near Commerce, Ladonia and Prosper, Mr. Koster imports Alaskan seafood. Here's a recipe from Mr. Greer that combines the best of both partners' worlds: pasta and steak.

Kim Pierce is a Dallas freelance writer.

Marinate steaks at least 1 hour, refrigerated. Fire up the grill and cook the steaks to desired doneness. Brush the asparagus spears with olive oil and grill. When done, remove both and keep warm. Slice the steak. Set aside and keep warm.

Meanwhile, cook the pasta in boiling, salted water until al dente, about 7 minutes. Drain, keep warm and reserve ½ cup of the pasta water.

In a large skillet, heat butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the shallots and cook about 7 minutes. Add the mushrooms and salt and pepper to taste. Cook on medium-high until the mushrooms are soft. Reduce heat and add wine. Reduce by half. Add a little of the pasta water if needed for the sauce.

Divide the pasta and sliced steak among 4 plates. Top with mushroom sauce. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve with grilled asparagus.

Makes 4 servings.

PER SERVING: Calories 979 (41% fat) Fat 44 g (16 g sat) Cholesterol 110 mg Sodium 822 mg

Fiber 6 g Carbohydrates 92 g Protein 46 g

SOURCE: Ed Greer of Pastabilities at Dallas Farmers Market