GARLIC SCAPES

RECIPE IDEAS:

Scapes are the flower bud of hard-neck garlic varieties and are removed from the plant to encourage bulb growth. This tasty vegetable has a mild garlic flavor and can be used in place of garlic in any recipe. Get them while you can, scapes are only available for a couple of weeks in June! 

AVAILABILITY:
June

STORAGE TIPS:
Store in a bag in the refrigerator. Scapes can also be frozen whole or cut into pieces – no blanching necessary.

CULINARY TIPS:

• Add to vinaigrette

• Grill whole

• Use as a pizza topping

PAIRS WELL WITH:

• Olive oil

• Basil

• Cumin, coriander