Roasted Asparagus with dressing

2 pounds asparagus tough ends snapped or chopped, cut into 2-inch pieces * 1 tablespoon olive oil * 1 x salt and black pepper to taste * 1 pound pasta,[...]

2 pounds asparagus trimmed, about 2 bunches 1 pint cherry tomatoes * 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra-virgin 3/4 teaspoon salt divided 1 x black pepper freshly[...]