Weather: 45 degrees, sunshine

What I’m listening to: Hold On, The Gospel Whiskey Runners

It’s April, Easter is almost here, the snow has melted, and the sun is shining brightly outside until nearly 9 p.m. on these Alaska days. Along with the daylight, the food coming out of the kitchen is getting lighter and brighter every day as well.

Nothing says spring to me quite like fresh green asparagus. And this vibrant and flavorful pesto pasta dish inspired by Damn Delicious is packed full of it. Along with a few of my other favorite ingredients like sun dried tomatoes, pesto, and fresh mozzarella. In the time it takes to cook the pasta, you can have this entire dish ready. It makes a perfect meatless weeknight meal. Serve pesto pasta while hot.