How To Prepare Garlic: 6 Surprising Tips And Tricks

Posted by Matt on March 4th, 2010 at 05:26pm

It may make your breath smell bad, but boy does garlic pack a flavorful punch. For healthy cooking, garlic is an easy way to add flavor without adding fat and calories. Here are 10 tips and tricks to show you How To Prepare and Cook Garlic.

1. Look for bulbs that are uniform in color and slightly heavy for their size. The skin should be tight with no cracks.
2. Non-broken bulbs will stay good in a cool and dry place for up to four months. Non-peeled heads of garlic are good to go for about a week in the refrigerator.
3. To peel a clove of garlic, first place the clove on a cutting board and put a knife down on top. Using the heel of your palm, press down on the knife and garlic firmly in a smashing motion. The skin should come right off.
4. Incorporate garlic at the end of the cooking process because overcooked garlic equals bitter food.
5. Wash your hands with a piece of stainless steel to remove the garlic odor.
6. Garlic can help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart conditions.

For more helpful garlic hints, check out our guide on How To Prepare and Cook Garlic.

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