Asparagus With Chorizo and Croutons

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

1. Make this right as you are ready to eat.
2. Cut each asparagus stalk into 3 or 4 pieces.
3. Heat the oil in a large skillet until very hot.
4. Add all the ingredients except the beans, if using, and salt and pepper.
5. Cover and saute 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.
6. Add the beans, if using, and salt and pepper, toss again, and serve.

firm asparagus, olive oil, spanish chorizo, bread, whole almond, beans, salt, ground black pepper

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/asparagus-with-chorizo-and-croutons-504963 (may not work)