Description
A vibrant and healthy savory side dish featuring fresh green garlic scapes blended with fresh lemon juice extra virgin olive oil cracked black pepper and freshly grated real Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup garlic scapes.
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3 cups Parmesan cheese.
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3/4 cup olive oil.
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1 tbsp lemon juice.
Instructions
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Chop the fresh garlic scapes into small pieces removing any woody ends.
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Add the scapes and fresh lemon juice to a food processor bowl then pulse until a coarsely chopped texture forms.
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With the processor running slowly stream in 1/2 cup of olive oil through the tube until a stable emulsion forms for your Garlic Scape Pesto.
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Remove the lid add half of the grated real Parmesan cheese then pulse three times to combine the layers.
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Add the remaining cheese and cracked black pepper then pulse until an integrated paste forms ensuring an artisanal finish.
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Stream in the remaining oil if a thinner consistency is desired then spoon into mason jars for fresh serving or freezing.
Notes
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Streaming the olive oil in a slow thread while the machine runs is the secret to a professional-grade emulsion for this Garlic Scape Pesto.
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Calcium-rich real cheese provides a sophisticated and protein-dense foundation while adhering to dietary rules.
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This dish is naturally pork-free and perfect for holiday social gatherings.
Details
- Prep Time: ~ 15 mins.
- Cook Time: ~ 0 mins.
- Category: Side Dish.
- Method: Blending/Emulsifying.
- Cuisine: American Farm Fusion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~ 2 tbsp pesto scoop.
- Calories: ~ 185 kcal.
- Sugar: ~ 0 g.
- Sodium: ~ 290 mg.
- Fat: ~17 g.
- Saturated Fat: ~ 4 g.
- Unsaturated Fat: ~ 13 g.
- Trans Fat: ~ 0 g.
- Carbohydrates: ~ 2 g.
- Fiber: ~ 1 g.
- Protein: ~6 g.
- Cholesterol: ~ 10 mg.
Keywords: Garlic Scape Pesto, Raw Green Sauces, Healthy Side Dish Ideas, Backyard Allium Blends, Fresh Parmesan Spreads, New York Recipe.