1. Garlic Scape Butter

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped garlic scapes
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Add the softened butter and chopped garlic scapes to a food processor.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Add lemon juice and salt.
4. Pulse again until fully combined.
5. Transfer to a container or roll into a log using parchment paper.
6. Refrigerate until firm.

Notes

• Perfect for spreading on bread or melting over grilled meats.
• Freeze for up to 3 months.

2. Garlic Scape Pesto

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped garlic scapes
• ½ cup olive oil
• ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup walnuts or pine nuts
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Add garlic scapes, nuts, and Parmesan to a food processor.
2. Pulse until finely chopped.
3. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while blending.
4. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
5. Blend until smooth.

Notes

• Toss with pasta, spread on sandwiches, or use as a dip.
• Add extra olive oil for a thinner consistency.

3. Grilled Garlic Scapes

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole garlic scapes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. Toss garlic scapes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Grill for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly charred and tender.
4. Serve immediately.

Notes

• Delicious as a side dish or chopped into salads.
• Sprinkle with Parmesan for extra flavor.