Garlic Scape Pesto

[nverland]

Garlic Scape Pesto
Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 2 minutes Total Time: 7 minutes Yield: About 1 cup

INGREDIENTS

1 bunch or 10-13 garlic scapes (about 1 cup chopped)
1/2 cup packed basil
1/2 cup walnut pieces
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons lemon juice (from 1/2 lemon)
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

In a high speed blender or food processor, add garlic scapes, basil, walnuts, parmesan cheese, lemon juice and pulse until combined.
With the blender or food processor running, stream in the olive oil. Scrape down the sides of the blender and continue blending as needed until the olive oil is emulsified and the pesto looks uniform.
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.