Oven-Roasted Asparagus

By lovemygolden

Ingredients

• 3 pounds fresh asparagus
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Preparation

Step 1

Snap off and discard tough ends of asparagus; place asparagus on a lightly greased baking sheet. Drizzle evenly with olive oil; sprinkle evenly with garlic, salt, and pepper.

Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or to desired degree of tenderness. Transfer asparagus to a serving dish; sprinkle with almonds.

Note:
Melanie Reid, Pensacola, Florida, Southern Living March 2005