Garlic scapes, are the flower stalks of the garlic plant that are ready between mid- to late June.  They form a beautiful curlicue which when harvested, allows the the garlic plant to generate more energy to the bulb to produce larger cloves.

Garlic scapes have a robust garlic flavor when used raw, but when sauteed or cooked are tender and mild adding a wonderful flavor to any dish.  They snap like asparagus, and can be used in similar dishes as asparagus.  Perfect when roasted.

Garlic scapes are very versatile and are delicious in dishes from salads to mashed potates.

Garlic scapes keep best in refrigeration, but using them fresh from the fields are the best.  They can keep in the fridge up to a month stored in a paper bag.  You can also freeze them, but they tend to lose their strong garlicky flavor.  Even so, they provide a fresh addition of flavor to your meals..