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Kittencal's Do Ahead Garlic Recipe

Say goodbye to tedious garlic prep! This recipe shows you how to make freezer-ready minced garlic cubes, saving you precious time and effort. Perfect for busy weeknights and large-batch cooking, this method ensures you always have perfectly minced garlic on hand. We'll walk you through making a massive batch (30 heads!) or a smaller one to suit your needs. Simply pop a cube in the microwave for a quick defrost, and you're ready to add incredible garlic flavor to any dish! (Tip: Reuse your ice cube trays for maximum garlic efficiency.)

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 357.6 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 4.6 (25 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kittencal's Do Ahead Garlic

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How to Make Kittencal's Do Ahead Garlic

  1. Separate 30 large heads of garlic into individual cloves.
  2. Peel the skin off each garlic clove. (Tip: Soaking the heads in warm water for 10 minutes makes this step easier)
  3. Add the peeled cloves to a food processor and pulse until finely minced.
  4. Transfer the minced garlic to a medium glass bowl.
  5. Add 6 tablespoons of olive oil (or enough to coat the garlic and prevent sticking).
  6. Stir until the garlic and oil are thoroughly combined.
  7. Spoon the garlic mixture into an ice cube tray, filling each compartment evenly. Press down gently to compact.
  8. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until solid. Once frozen, pop the garlic cubes out of the tray and store them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

1g

Carbs

26g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Condiments Etc Easy Low Fat Vegan Vegetarian Freezer Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Oamc Freezer Make Ahead Healthy 2 Low In Something Equipment Number Of Servings