Garlic-Butter Sautéed Asparagus

•  2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 medium cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 medium bunch of asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons water
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. 
2. Add sliced garlic; cook, stirring often, until light golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. 
3. Remove from heat. 
4. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the garlic to a small bowl, leaving the oil in the skillet.
5. Add trimmed asparagus to the skillet with the oil; toss to coat. 
6. Add 2 tablespoons water and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cover and cook over medium heat, tossing occasionally, until the asparagus is tender-crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. 
7. Remove from heat. 
8. Add 2 tablespoons butter; stir and toss until the butter is melted and coats the asparagus, about 1 minute.
9. Top with 1 tablespoon basil and the reserved fried garlic.