Garlic lovers, rejoice; it’s scape season
The curlicue stems of hardneck garlic are known as scapes. They are a culinary delight appearing just once a year in Farmer’s Markets.
Photo by CANDACE GODWIN
Scapes should be snapped from the garlic plant once they begin to curl. This directs plant energy into making a fat garlic bulb, instead of a seed head.
Galic scape pesto is delicious and easy to make with just a few ingredients.
Unlike pesto made with basil, garlic scape pesto keeps its vibrant green color.
Freeze an extra batch of garlic scape pesto for future use. Ice cube trays or mini muffin tins are the perfect size for perfect portions.
Candace Godwin
Take a stroll through the Farmer’s Market now through the end of June and you’ll no doubt come across bunches of curlicue stems of hardneck garlic, known as scapes.
These twisting, Suess-like stalks are quite delicious and highly sought after by many chefs and garlic lovers.
What is a Garlic Scape?
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