This is a wonderful garlic scape pesto made with the curled flowers from the top of a garlic plant that are abundant in spring. This pesto is delicious mixed with pasta, or spread on crackers. It also tastes great mixed with mayo for sandwiches, and makes a great substitute for garlic, onion, or scallions!
Ingredients
- 1 pound garlic scapes , cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Gather the ingredients.
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Blend garlic scapes, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and pepper together in a food processor until smooth.
Nutrition Facts
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