Twenty Minute Scape Pasta for 4 Servings

Instructions:

1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. While waiting, slice the garlic scapes into thin, coin-like rounds.
2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is foaming, add the sliced scapes.
3. Sauté the scapes for 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn a bright, softened green and smell fragrant and nutty.
4. Drop the pasta into the boiling water and cook until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water.
5. Drain the pasta and toss it immediately into the skillet with the scapes.
6. Pour in the reserved pasta water and lemon juice. Toss vigorously with tongs for 1–2 minutes until the liquid reduces into a glossy, velvety glaze.
7. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley just before removing from heat.