Ingredients

The following ingredients have 1 Servings
  • 1 bunch or 10-13 garlic scapes, bulb and woody ends removed, chopped into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup chopped)
  • 1/2 cup packed basil
  • 1/2 cup toasted walnut pieces
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instruction

  • Prepare garlic scapes by trimming just below the bulb and woody ends. Chop remaining scape into 1-inch pieces.
  • In a high speed blender or food processor, add garlic scapes and basil and pulse to combine.
  • Add walnuts and pulse until combined. Scrape down the sides of the blender / food processor as needed.
  • With the blender or food processor running, stream in the olive until emulsified and pesto looks uniform.
  • Add parmesan cheese and lemon juice and blend until combined.
  • Season with salt and pepper, to taste.