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Asparagus with Sliced Almonds and Parmesan Cheese

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"This simple recipe takes ordinary asparagus and turns it into a side dish that any man in your life will love! Serve as a side dish to grilled salmon or turkey meatballs." — BRENOLA

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2 tablespoons butter
1 pound asparagus, bottoms trimmed

1/3 cup sliced almonds
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese

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Directions

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus, and cook, stirring, about 3 minutes. Stir in almonds and parmesan, and cook until the cheese is slightly browned, about 3 to 5 minutes.

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PREP 2 mins
COOK 10 mins
READY IN 12 mins

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We love this. I cook the asparagus my usual way - add spears to boiling salted water, and simmer until they turn bright green (about 2 mins). Drain, and immerse in a bowl of iced water - heat the butter in the skillet, add the asparagus and and let it heat through. I then add the almonds, and stir. I sprinkle the cheese over the asparagus on the serving plate - this all avoids soggy almonds, over-cooked asparagus, and gluey cheese. Delicious and easy. Thanks!

—Caroline C

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Jun 14, 2005

I used freshly shredded parmesan cheese and ended up with crisp and tasty asparagus with a wad of melted cheeses studded with almonds. Won't be making this again.

—LZJOYCE

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Mar 22, 2007

I always add chopped garlic when I sautee asparagus...And like Caroline C said, add the premesean cheese just before serving.

—Honey

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Jul 13, 2008

I made this as a side dish for a Sunday family dinner and received wonderful reviews on it! The only thing I did different was that after I bolied the asparagus, I drained them and then immediately put them in ice water. I laighly sauteed the almonds in butter and then turned the heat down and added the asparagus. I added the cheese after I removed it from the pan to elliminate a big string mess and to make a great presentation. This is a great way to get your kids to eat asparagus and almonds are an excellent source of nutrition!

—Greek Girl Dea

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Nov 08, 2005

I love this- make it all the time. I never use shredded parmesan however; it probably would gum up if you did. The cheese browns quickly and you kind of have to watch it. It is yummy and the ONLY way I'll eat asparagus. Thanks!

—BRENZ64

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Sep 29, 2007

Very tasty. I used olive oil in place of butter and added some pepper, garlic sea salt and used toasted slivered almonds. Beautiful, easy and a new regular for us. Thanks for sharing.

—EILEENH1

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Mar 12, 2007

This was easy and delicious! I waited to add the Parmesan until I put the asparagus on the serving platter, which worked out quite well. Yum!

—PENG1DEB

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Nov 22, 2007

This recipe was a Thanksgiving hit! Great presentation, awesome taste. My brother went for seconds!

—javaloving

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Nutrition

Calories
178 kcal
9%

Carbohydrates
7.1 g
2%

Cholesterol
23 mg
8%

Fat
14.3 g
22%

Fiber
3.7 g
15%

Protein
8.3 g
17%

Sodium
171 mg
7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Asparagus with Sliced Almonds and Parmesan Cheese

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 178
Calories from Fat: 128

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.3g 22 %
Saturated Fat 5.6g 28 %
Cholesterol 23mg 8 %
Sodium 171mg 7 %
Potassium 328mg 9 %
Total Carbohydrates 7.1g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 3.7g 15 %
Protein 8.3g 17 %
Sugars 2.7g
Vitamin A 21 %
Vitamin C 11 %
Calcium 19 %
Iron 30 %
Thiamin 19 %
Niacin 24 %
Vitamin B6 8 %
Magnesium 18 %
Folate 35 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.