Ramps are a wild allium that signal the arrival of spring. With flavors reminiscent of shallots, leeks, and wild garlic, what sets ramps apart is that they evoke these harsher alliums with a sweeter, mellower, and more palatable balance. Extremely versatile in the kitchen, ramp bulbs can be pickled and preserved, while their bright green tops are typically pureed and whipped into butter or minced to create a pesto. In the northeast, ramps are a fleetingly beloved pizza topping for their brief season each spring.

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