Roasted Asparagus with Buttered Almonds, Capers, and Dill
A simple side dish of roasted asparagus with buttered almonds, capers, and dill.
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
1 lb 5 oz asparagus, ends trimmed
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
¼ cup sliced almonds
3 tbsp baby capers, drained and dried
½ cup dill, chopped
Instructions
Heat oven to 425F.
Spread the asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet in one layer. Brush with the olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Roast for 12-15 minutes, or until soft and browned.
Meanwhile. melt the butter in a small skillet. Add in the sliced almonds and cook until toasted, 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the capers and cook another minute. Spoon the almond caper mixture over the asparagus. Top with the dill and serve warm.