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Asparagus + Almonds

Prep Time7 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time17 mins

These lovely green veggie stalks get a snazzy flavor boost from the combination of butter and herbs along with crunchy almonds and briny capers. Don’t shy away from the butter, using other oils will alter the flavor. Plus, it’s a veggie dish. It’s ok to butter.

 1 Bundle of asparagus, woody ends chopped/snapped off
 3 tbsp Butter
 ½ cup Chopped almonds1/4 cup of sliced almonds can be substituted
 2 tbsp Dried dillFresh dill can be substituted, about 1/4 cup
 3 tbsp Capers Finely chopped green olives can be substituted, or even thyme
 Olive oil, salt and pepper to taste
1

Cook asparagus- roast in a 425 oven with a drizzle of oil for about 8-10 minutes . Or steam using whichever method you prefer.
Set aside.

2

In a small saucepan, heat over medium-high heat, add butter and melt. Add almonds and a capers (if using, or green olives) and briefly sauté, about 2-3 minutes. If using dried dill add to hot pan (if using fresh see next step) and give it a swirl. Remove from heat and pour over asparagus.

3

If using fresh dill, after pouring buttered almonds and capers over asparagus, sprinkle dill over vegetable. Serve.
Enjoy!

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