Garlic Scape Pesto

A fresh taste of spring and something special to do with garlic scapes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 3/4 cup garlic scapes* coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 Lemon Juice and Zest
  • Black Pepper a few generous grinds
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil extra virgin
  • 1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano grated
  • *or use half scapes and half herbs such as basil, dill or chervil

Instructions
 

  • In a small, dry pan set over very low heat, lightly toast the pine nuts, stirring or tossing occasionally until just beginning to brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for a few minutes.
    Combine the scapes, pine nuts, lemon juice and zest, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Pulse about 20 times, until fairly well combined. Pour in the olive oil slowly through the feed tube while the motor is running. When the oil is incorporated, transfer the pesto to a bowl and stir in the grated cheese. If you plan to freeze the pesto, wait to add the cheese until after you've defrosted it.
Keyword Basil, chervil, Dill, Garlic Scape, Pesto
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