If you have never had the pleasure of eating a scape, then I definitely suggest you pay attention to your next farmers market. You will start seeing them for only a short period of time around the beginning of summer. What is a scape? They are the tops of garlic actually! The texture is sort of like a soft green bean with a mild garlic flavor. You can eat them sautéed, steamed, and/or in pesto! I discovered them a few years back and I fell in love. Normally they are one of the pricier items at the farmer market BUT, since I have the best Mother-In-Law EVER, she grew a crap load of garlic and gave me all the scapes! I have been living off those babies for 3 weeks! So, amongst sautéing them, I also decided to make a pesto out of them. They turned out great! Ingredients: For the Pesto:
After you have made your pesto, let the flavors marry as you prepare your pasta. Once the pasta is done, add in peas and pesto (I only used about half). Sprinkle each plate with more parmesan if desired and enjoy!
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About MeHello everyone! My name is Ashlee Beach and five years ago I embarked on a life changing journey. Like most americans, I came from a household where food was cheap, fast and easy. Fresh produce just wasn't on the menu, which caused my relationship with food to be a very love-hate. Now at the age of 27, I am 60 lbs lighter, full of energy, and extremely passionate about my new lifestyle. From my own personal experiences I am here to share with you, delicious recipes, healthy living advice, and positive vibes! Categories
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