Asparagus with Almonds

Yield: 3 to 4 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
• 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 2 inch pieces
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Dash pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. In a skillet sauté almonds in 1 teaspoon olive until lightly browned; remove and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, sauté asparagus in the remaining oil for 1 minute.
3. Add water, sugar, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes or until asparagus is tender.
4. Drain. Sprinkle with lemon juice; top with almonds.