Serves 6 - 8 Prep time 8 mins

Garlic scapes, the flowering stem of a hard neck garlic, are available in abundance from about mid June (if you happen to live near a garlic farm or you grow your own). They are completely delicious and work brilliantly as a fiery garlic pesto.

INGREDIENTS

• 400g Scapes cut into pieces
• 100g grated parmesan
• 250ml Extra virgin Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• Salt & black pepper to taste

METHOD

1. Throw all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Add more olive oil if required and season to taste. Stir through pasta, use to top roasted meats or add to sandwiches.