Sauteed Garlic Asparagus

Ingredients

• 11 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 22 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 34 cloves garlic, minced
• 41/2 tsp sea salt
• 51/4 tsp black pepper
• 61 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash and trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears.

2. 2

   Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

3. 3

   Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a small amount of oil.

4. 4

   Add the asparagus to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Add the minced garlic and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp.

6. 6

   Season with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.