Garlic Scape Pesto
Garlic Scape Pesto
Garlic scapes are the flower stalks produced by hardneck varieties in spring. When the scapes are newly budded, they provide a delightfully subtle garlic flavor and tender crunchiness when used in pesto, pastas, omelets, salads and soups. -- Abby MandelThis recipe by Abby Mandel originally appeared in The Chicago Tribune.
servings
2
Ingredients
- 1/4 pound garlic scapes, cut in small pieces
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese, preferably parmigiano-reggiano
- salt to taste
Directions
- Step 1: Puree 1/4 pound scapes with 1/2 cup olive oil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice and 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes in blender or processor.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust salt.