'Chives - Onion'
Allium schoenoprasum

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Chives are vegetables derived from various species in the genus Allium. Chives generally have a milder taste than most onions and their close relatives include garlic, shallot, leek, chive, and Chinese onions.

Although the bulbs of many Allium species are used as food, the defining characteristic of chives species is that they lack a fully developed bulb. Instead the Allium species referred to as scallions make use of the hollow, tubular green leaves growing directly from the bulb. These leaves are used as a vegetable and can be eaten either raw or cooked. Often the leaves are chopped into other dishes and used as garnishes.

Uses
Chives may be cooked or used raw as a part of salads, salsas or Asian recipes. Diced chives are used in soup, noodle and seafood dishes, sandwiches, curries and as part of a stir fry. In many Eastern sauces, the bottom half-centimetre of the root is commonly removed before use.

In Mexico and the Southwest United States, cebollitas are chives that are sprinkled with salt, grilled whole and eaten with cheese and rice. Topped with lime juice, they are typically served as a traditional accompaniment to asado dishes.

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RECIPES

Chive and Parsley Pesto

Ingredients

* 1 packed cup of fresh parsley leaves, small stems are ok, but remove larger ones
* 2 packed cups fresh chives, rough chopped
* 1 clove peeled garlic
* Juice of 1 lemon, 2-3 Tbsp
* A handful of walnuts, toast them in a 350F oven for 10 minutes for more flavor
* 1 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
* 1/2 cup olive oil, more if needed
* 1/2 tsp salt
* 1 lb spaghetti

Instructions

Put the pesto ingredients in a food processor and pulse until broken down. Scrape down the sides of the container, then process until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the container again as necessary. Process in the olive oil until the pesto loosens into a sauce consistency. Taste and adjust any of the ingredients to your liking.

Meanwhile cook the pasta in plenty of salted water just until al dente. Toss with a generous amount of pesto, and serve immediately.