Incredible Ultimate Garlic Scape Pesto (Printable)
Vibrant, aromatic pesto with garlic scapes. Great for pasta, bread, or veggies.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 1 cup garlic scapes, chopped (about 8-10 scapes)
02 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Nuts & Seeds
04 - 1/3 cup pine nuts
→ Dairy
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Oils
06 - 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
→ Seasonings
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Place garlic scapes, basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper into a food processor. Pulse several times until the mixture is finely chopped.
02 - While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Continue processing until the pesto reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency.
03 - Taste the pesto and adjust salt or pepper if needed. Transfer the mixture to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get that intense garlic flavor without the lingering bad breath.
- It transforms boring pasta or toast into a restaurant quality dish in seconds.
02 -
- Do not overblend or the friction will heat up the sauce and turn the basil brown.
- A thin layer of olive oil on top in the jar keeps the pesto looking bright green for days.
03 -
- Toast your nuts lightly in a dry pan before blending for an extra layer of flavor.
- If the sauce is too thick, loosen it up with a teaspoon of pasta water.