Wild Ramp Pesto

Directions

1. 1
   Wash and cut off the leaves of the ramps.
2. 2
   Optional step: blanche the ramp leaves in boiling water. Some say this makes the pesto more bright and vibrant. I think it's plenty beautiful either way.
3. 3
   Chop the ramps and walnuts just a bit and put them in your food processor.
4. 4
   Add most of the cheese (save a sprinkle for serving) and a good dash of salt and pepper.
5. 5
   Pouring the olive oil in slowly, process contents until they combine and look, well... pesto-y.
6. 6
   Taste for seasoning and add a good squirt of lemon.
7. 7
   Use to top your favorite pasta, or grilled bread... and enjoy.