Boil a large pot of salted water, add pasta + cook 2-3 min, then drain + return to pot

Meanwhile, pat 6 meatballs dry, heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium + sear meatballs 5-7 min, turning occasionally until golden brown + heated through; set aside

Slice asparagus into ½-inch pieces, discard any tough pieces; heat 1 tbsp oil in skillet over med-high, add asparagus, salt/pep + sauté 4-6 min until tender + bright green

Toss pasta with meatballs, asparagus + 6 tbsp pesto; divide to bowls—bravo/a!