Every day’s a Picnic Words & Photo: ASHLEY JONES Open green space, the campanile chimes, and beautiful landscaping makes Iowa State University one of the most beautiful campuses out there. So take advantage of this beauty and have a picnic with your friends or your special someone on central campus. Don’t know where to start? We have some ideas.
Pesto Pasta
8 oz Shell Pasta 1 lb Asparagus 2 tablespoon olive oil ½ cup basil pesto 1/3 cup dried tomatoes (optional) 1/3 cup mozzarella cubes • Preheat oven to 425°F. Grease baking sheet. Prepare pasta according to box. Place asparagus on sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Add a sprinkle of salt & pepper. Roast until crisp (about 10 minutes). Cool and cut into 1 inch pieces. In a big bowl mix together cooked pasta, asparagus, pesto, tomatoes and mozzarella.
Strawberry Angel Food Cake Jars Pre-made angel food cake (We got ours form Hy-Vee) Fresh strawberries Whipped cream Powdered sugar
Simply layer the angel food cake, strawberries and whipped cream. Top with a sprinkle of powdered sugar. 59