Almond Asparagus Recipe

Almond Asparagus Recipe Rating 5

If you love asparagus, this dish is perfect for you. The almonds adds a bit of crunch to the recipe.—Helen Manhart, Neola, Iowa

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Almond Asparagus Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
  • Yield: 4-6 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3 tablespoons bread crumbs
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

  • In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in bread crumbs, garlic and dill; saute until crumbs are golden brown. Remove from heat; stir in the almonds and cheese. Set aside.
  • Cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender. Drain; heat with remaining butter. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Spoon asparagus into a serving dish and top with the reserved crumb mixture. Yield: 4-6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 143 calories, 11 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 18 mg cholesterol, 151 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 5 g protein.

Originally published as Almond Asparagus in Country Woman March/April 1991, p35

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Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2010 by MartiniiRox

One of my first successful attempts at making asparagus. The recipe got outstanding reviews from the whole family and was very simple to make. Will definitely be reusing this recipe!

 
 
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