Asparagus With Toasted Almonds

Ingredients

• 2 lbs asparagus
• 1/2 cup almonds, sliced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of slightly salted water to a boil.

2. 2

   Snap off and discard the ends of the asparagus. Cut trimmed asparagus spears on a diagonal into 2-inch-long pieces.

3. 3

   Cook asparagus in boiling water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.

4. 4

   Drain and rinse under cold water. Pat asparagus dry with paper towels.

5. 5

   Heat a large skillet over medium-heat. Add almonds and cook, stirring occasionally, until toasted (abour 3 minutes). Transfer to a plate.

6. 6

   Heat oil and garlic together in a large skillet over medium heat until garlic begins to brown, about 2 minute Add asparagus and cook, stirring often, until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in almonds. Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.