Asparagus Amandine

By barbsjustagirl

To prep this dish ahead blanch the asparagus then shock it in cold water. Refrigerate it until you're ready to saute and serve.

66 calories, 5g fat, 1g sat. fat, 2g protein

Ingredients

• 2 bunches asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces (1 lb.)
• 2 Tbsp minced garlic
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Blanch asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, about 2 minutes. Drain asparagus and immediately plunge into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking, then drain again.

Saute garlic in oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat until fragrant, 1 minute. Add asparagus and cook to heat through, 3 minutes. Stir in almonds and season with salt and pepper.