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Garlic Scape Basil Pesto
I went to the farmers market in Union Square this morning where I encountered these garlic scapes. Never seeing these before, I was told they are the shoots that grow from the bulb that eventually
- Prep time
- --
- Cook time
- Not listed
- Yield
- 7 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1/2 cup about 6 garlic scapes, flowers and tough ends removed
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- kosher salt (fresh pepper to taste)
Instructions
- 1
Cut the garlic scapes into small pieces.
- 2
In a food processor or mini blender pulse scapes, basil, parmigiano, salt and pepper until smooth.
- 3
Slowly add the olive oil while pulsing.
- 4
Store in an air-tight jar for up to two weeks.