Toasted Garlic Asparagus

•5 stems asparagus
•3-5 cloves garlic, sliced in half lengthwise
•2 tablespoons lemon juice
•1/4 c. water, if needed
•Salt & Pepper, to taste
•Fresh thyme, to taste
Put a medium size saute pan over medium heat. Place the sliced garlic on the saute pan and cook until it is toasted on each side. Remove garlic, mince and place back in the pan along with the asparagus, lemon juice, water (if desired), and salt & pepper. Cook until asparagus is tender. Top with chopped fresh thyme.
Counts as: 1 vegetable serving

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