Almond Asparagus

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh asparagus
• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Cook asparagus in boiling water to cover 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
2. Plunge asparagus into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain.
3. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add asparagus, and sauté 3 to 5 minutes. Toss asparagus with lemon juice and remaining ingredients.