Asparagus With Chorizo And Croutons

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lb thick firm asparagus
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 ounces spanish chorizo, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
• 2 cups bread cubes (croutons, 3/4-inch)
• 1/4 cup whole almond
• 1 cup cooked beans (your preference, canned ok)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Recipe

• 1 make this right as you are ready to eat. cut each asparagus stalk into 3 or 4 pieces. heat the oil in a large skillet until very hot. add all the ingredients except the beans, if using, and salt and pepper. cover and sauté over high heat for 5 to 6 minutes (thinner asparagus might be done sooner), tossing or stirring the mixture a few times, so it browns and cooks on all sides. add the beans, if using, and salt and pepper, toss again, and serve.