First of the Season Asparagus with Green Garlic and Almond Breadcrumbs

Name: First of the Season Asparagus with Green Garlic and Almond Breadcrumbs
Ingredients: 2-3 pieces crusty country bread (day-old is fine), cut into chunks; 1 large organic egg; 12-15 spears of asparagus, ends trimmed and stalks peeled, if necessary; 3/4 tablespoon unsalted butter; 3/4 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup and 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided; 1/2 cup whole blanched almonds; 1/2 cup green garlic, finely chopped into thin moon shapes; 1/8 cup fresh tarragon, cut into thin julienned strips; 1/8 cup fresh mint, cut into thin julienned strips