Scapes!

If you haven't tried these beauties, you better run quickly to the store and buy them. They are harvested for only a brief period. And guess what; it's this week! Scapes taste remarkably like garlic, only they are much different in appearance. Scapes are the flower stalks on members of the Allium family (garlic, onion, leeks, and chives). As they grow, they curl upwards and are best eaten at this particular stage where they exhibit tenderness. My wheels are turning and I've been dreaming up big possibilities for these gems, including pesto, grilled with romesco sauce, salad dressing, and more. The sky is the limit as you can replace garlic for scapes. For those of you with CSA's from Riverbend, you will find these in your box. Experiment and let me know your thoughts.