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Creamy Garlic Scape Pesto Pasta with Burrata

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A quick and easy pasta dish featuring a silky garlic scape pesto topped with creamy burrata cheese, perfect for a comforting and flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup garlic scapes, roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or mascarpone
  • 12 ounces pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
  • 8 ounces burrata cheese, torn or sliced for topping

Instructions

  1. Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 10-12 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain the pasta.
  3. In a food processor, combine chopped garlic scapes, toasted pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic (if using), lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse to roughly chop, then slowly drizzle in olive oil while running the motor until smooth but slightly textured. Scrape down sides as needed.
  4. Transfer pesto to a large skillet over low heat. Stir in heavy cream or mascarpone until fully incorporated. If pesto is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until creamy and coats the pasta well.
  5. Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
  6. Divide pasta among plates or bowls and top with torn or sliced burrata cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

Toast pine nuts separately for deeper flavor. Reserve pasta water to adjust pesto consistency. Pulse pesto first to keep texture. Use cream or mascarpone for silky sauce. Serve burrata fresh for best texture. Pesto can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored with olive oil on top to prevent browning.

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