1 pound medium thick asparagus, trimmed and cut in 2 inch pieces
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp lemon zest, from 1/2 a lemon
Directions
Heat a medium skillet over medium high heat. Add the avocado oil and heat another 30 seconds. Add the garlic and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Remove the garlic to a plate. Add the mushrooms, thyme and shallots and cook stirring often until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Stir in the butter and asparagus and season with the salt. Cook stirring often, until the asparagus is cooked through and the vegetables are fragrant, another 5 minutes. Stir in the black pepper, lemon zest and reserved garlic. Serve warm