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Garlic

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Quick Tips

Cooking

Garlic is most often sautéed, roasted or eaten raw in dips or dressings.

Buying

Look for loose garlic with heads that have layers of unbroken skin. Select larger or smaller cloves and heads depending on your preference.

Storing

Store garlic on an open countertop if you use it regularly or in a cool dry place. Avoid putting garlic in a closed plastic bag or the refrigerator as the moisture will cause it to mold or sprout. Garlic can last months, if you don’t use it all first!

Varieties

Two main types of garlic are separated into softneck and hardneck, which has to do with how the plant grows. However, most grocers do not have a lot of choice when it comes to garlic. If you can find varieties at farmers markets or ag festivals, I like Purple Stripe or Georgian Crystal.

About

Garlic is one of the things that I always have around the house. I put it in just about everything. When add a little garlic and a little salt to the dish you’re cooking, you’ve got yourself something that’s already a step ahead of where it was.

If you roast a whole head of garlic, it takes on a completely different life. Simply spread roasted garlic on toast and you have yourself a delicious treat. Pop roasted garlic on pizza and you may never order take-out again.Garlic also works well as a wonderful infusing olive oil and vinegars (and can add that extra oomph to a salad or meal). If you want garlic to last even longer, you can also pickle it.

A few other things you might see include garlic scapes and green garlic. These are usually found only in the spring in a narrow window. They have a more mellow flavor, but you can use them as you would cloves of garlic. Black garlic is another kind of garlic which is actually caramelized garlic and adds another dimension of flavor to your cooking.

 All Vegetarian Garlic Recipes

  • Adobo Acorn Squash, Crispy Quinoa, and Chimichurri
    Adobo Acorn Squash, Crispy Quinoa, and Chimichurri
  • African Curry with Cauliflower
    African Curry with Cauliflower
  • Asparagus Stir-Fry with Sesame-Miso Sauce
    Asparagus Stir-Fry with Sesame-Miso Sauce
  • Avocado Quesadilla with Chipotle Black Beans
    Avocado Quesadilla with Chipotle Black Beans
  • Baked Barley Risotto with Carrots
    Baked Barley Risotto with Carrots
  • Baked Farro Risotto with Cauliflower
    Baked Farro Risotto with Cauliflower
  • Barley Risotto with Cauliflower and Cheddar
    Barley Risotto with Cauliflower and Cheddar
  • Barley, Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes, and Hard Boiled Egg
    Barley, Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes, and Hard Boiled Egg
  • Berbere Black Lentil Stew
    Berbere Black Lentil Stew
  • Black Bean Burgers
    Black Bean Burgers
  • Black Bean Burrito Bowl with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
    Black Bean Burrito Bowl with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
  • Black Bean Quesadillas with Garlicky Shishito Peppers
    Black Bean Quesadillas with Garlicky Shishito Peppers
  • Black Bean Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
    Black Bean Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
  • Blue Cheese Peach Pizza with Honey
    Blue Cheese Peach Pizza with Honey
  • Braised Potato Salad with White Beans
    Braised Potato Salad with White Beans
  • Breakfast Quesadillas with Bell Peppers
    Breakfast Quesadillas with Bell Peppers
  • Broccoli Chickpea Bowl with Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
    Broccoli Chickpea Bowl with Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
  • Broccoli Melt with Fried Egg
    Broccoli Melt with Fried Egg
  • Broccoli Pesto Couscous Risotto
    Broccoli Pesto Couscous Risotto
  • Bruschetta White Bean Wrap
    Bruschetta White Bean Wrap
  • Buckwheat and Tomato Stuffed Zucchini
    Buckwheat and Tomato Stuffed Zucchini
  • Buffalo Chickpea Salad with Homemade Ranch
    Buffalo Chickpea Salad with Homemade Ranch
  • Bulgur Vegetarian Chili
    Bulgur Vegetarian Chili
  • Butternut Squash Pizza with Blue Cheese
    Butternut Squash Pizza with Blue Cheese
  • Butternut Squash Salad with Hemp Dressing
    Butternut Squash Salad with Hemp Dressing
  • Cabbage Ginger Noodles
    Cabbage Ginger Noodles
  • Cajun Millet Cakes
    Cajun Millet Cakes
  • Carrot Curry with Kale and Paneer
    Carrot Curry with Kale and Paneer
  • Celeriac Soup with Thyme
    Celeriac Soup with Thyme
  • Cheddar Cauliflower Gratin with Roasted Garlic
    Cheddar Cauliflower Gratin with Roasted Garlic
  • Chickpea Cakes with Shaved Asparagus and Yogurt
    Chickpea Cakes with Shaved Asparagus and Yogurt
  • Chickpea Shawarma Stuffed Pita
    Chickpea Shawarma Stuffed Pita
  • Chili Lentils over Sweet Potatoes
    Chili Lentils over Sweet Potatoes
  • Chili Roasted Broccoli | Cooking Component
    Chili Roasted Broccoli | Cooking Component
  • Chilled Cucumber and California Avocado Soup
    Chilled Cucumber and California Avocado Soup
  • Chimichurri | Cooking Component
    Chimichurri | Cooking Component
  • Chipotle Black Bean Chili
    Chipotle Black Bean Chili
  • Chipotle Butternut Squash Crepes with Cilantro Crema
    Chipotle Butternut Squash Crepes with Cilantro Crema
  • Chipotle Sweet Potato Quesadilla with Cilantro Gremolata
    Chipotle Sweet Potato Quesadilla with Cilantro Gremolata
  • Chipotle Sweet Potato Taco Salad
    Chipotle Sweet Potato Taco Salad
  • Chipotle Sweet Potato Tacos with Black Beans and Guacamole
    Chipotle Sweet Potato Tacos with Black Beans and Guacamole
  • Chipotle White Bean Tacos
    Chipotle White Bean Tacos
  • Cracked Spelt Risotto with Roasted Beets
    Cracked Spelt Risotto with Roasted Beets
  • Cucumber Peanut Salad
    Cucumber Peanut Salad
  • Curried Eggs with Spinach
    Curried Eggs with Spinach
  • Curried Twice-Baked Sweet Potato
    Curried Twice-Baked Sweet Potato
  • Curried Vegetarian Meatballs
    Curried Vegetarian Meatballs
  • Curry Split Pea Soup with Carrots
    Curry Split Pea Soup with Carrots
  • Enchilada Skillet with Eggs
    Enchilada Skillet with Eggs
  • Fig Jam Flatbread with Roasted Garlic
    Fig Jam Flatbread with Roasted Garlic
  • Fried Egg Biscuit Sandwich with Garlicky Greens
    Fried Egg Biscuit Sandwich with Garlicky Greens
  • Fried Halloumi Toast with Dry-Farmed Tomato Bruschetta
    Fried Halloumi Toast with Dry-Farmed Tomato Bruschetta
  • Fried Millet with Brussels Sprouts
    Fried Millet with Brussels Sprouts
  • Garlic Green Beans with Sorghum and Walnuts
    Garlic Green Beans with Sorghum and Walnuts
  • Garlic Roasted Potato and Spinach Salad with Eggs
    Garlic Roasted Potato and Spinach Salad with Eggs
  • Garlic Soba and Zucchini Noodles
    Garlic Soba and Zucchini Noodles
  • Garlic Spinach, Millet, and Eggs
    Garlic Spinach, Millet, and Eggs
  • Garlic-Butter Pasta with Spinach and Parmesan
    Garlic-Butter Pasta with Spinach and Parmesan
  • Garlicky Beets with Dill Bean Puree
    Garlicky Beets with Dill Bean Puree
  • Garlicky Goat Cheese Toast with Arugula
    Garlicky Goat Cheese Toast with Arugula
  • Garlicky Greens | Component Cooking
    Garlicky Greens | Component Cooking
  • Garlicky Greens and Goat Cheese Omelette
    Garlicky Greens and Goat Cheese Omelette
  • Garlicky Halloumi Tacos
    Garlicky Halloumi Tacos
  • Garlicky Kale Pizza with Eggs
    Garlicky Kale Pizza with Eggs
  • Garlicky Spinach Cornmeal Crepes
    Garlicky Spinach Cornmeal Crepes
  • Ginger Bok Choy Soup with Noodles
    Ginger Bok Choy Soup with Noodles
  • Ginger Brown Rice with Carrots
    Ginger Brown Rice with Carrots
  • Ginger-Soy Cabbage Quinoa Slaw
    Ginger-Soy Cabbage Quinoa Slaw
  • Gouda and Spinach Shells and Cheese
    Gouda and Spinach Shells and Cheese
  • Grilled Celeriac with White Bean Puree
    Grilled Celeriac with White Bean Puree
  • Grilled Endives with Lentils
    Grilled Endives with Lentils
  • Harissa and Avocado Grilled Cheese Sandwich
    Harissa and Avocado Grilled Cheese Sandwich
  • Harissa Potatoes over Garlicky Kale
    Harissa Potatoes over Garlicky Kale
  • Harissa Roasted Carrots with White Beans
    Harissa Roasted Carrots with White Beans
  • Harissa Tomato Salad with Farro
    Harissa Tomato Salad with Farro
  • Heirloom Tomato, Olive Tapenade, and Goat Cheese Sandwich (+Limantour Beach)
    Heirloom Tomato, Olive Tapenade, and Goat Cheese Sandwich (+Limantour Beach)
  • Honey-Jalapeño Roasted Acorn Squash
    Honey-Jalapeño Roasted Acorn Squash
  • Kale and Chickpea Stew
    Kale and Chickpea Stew
  • Kale Bulgur Fritters with Garlic Yogurt + Why I Choose Organic
    Kale Bulgur Fritters with Garlic Yogurt + Why I Choose Organic
  • Kale Pasta with Sunflower Cream Sauce
    Kale Pasta with Sunflower Cream Sauce
  • Kale Quiche with Garlic
    Kale Quiche with Garlic
  • Lentil Meatballs with Burst Tomato Pasta
    Lentil Meatballs with Burst Tomato Pasta
  • Loaded Summer Veg Burger with Fried Egg
    Loaded Summer Veg Burger with Fried Egg
  • Marinated Brussels Sprout Skewers with Ginger-Barley Pilaf
    Marinated Brussels Sprout Skewers with Ginger-Barley Pilaf
  • Marinated Halloumi Skewers with Summer Veg and Chipotle-Lime Peanut Sauce
    Marinated Halloumi Skewers with Summer Veg and Chipotle-Lime Peanut Sauce
  • Mediterranean Einkorn Pasta
    Mediterranean Einkorn Pasta
  • Mediterranean Flatbread
    Mediterranean Flatbread
  • Minestrone Soup with Brown Rice and Chickpeas
    Minestrone Soup with Brown Rice and Chickpeas
  • Miso Butternut Squash Soup with Millet Cream
    Miso Butternut Squash Soup with Millet Cream
  • Olive Pesto Pasta with Breadcrumbs
    Olive Pesto Pasta with Breadcrumbs
  • Olive Tapenade and Hummus Stuffed Pita
    Olive Tapenade and Hummus Stuffed Pita
  • One Pot Rice and Curried Butternut Squash
    One Pot Rice and Curried Butternut Squash
  • Parmesan Red Potatoes
    Parmesan Red Potatoes
  • Pea Potstickers with Cabbage and Ginger
    Pea Potstickers with Cabbage and Ginger
  • Peanut Sauce | Cooking Component
    Peanut Sauce | Cooking Component
  • Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes and Spinach
    Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes and Spinach
  • Pecan Roasted Beet Dip with Sage
    Pecan Roasted Beet Dip with Sage
  • Pecan Tomatillo Soup
    Pecan Tomatillo Soup
  • Pesto Potato Skillet
    Pesto Potato Skillet
  • Pesto Summer Squash Bruschetta with Poached Eggs
    Pesto Summer Squash Bruschetta with Poached Eggs
  • Quinoa and Zucchini Stuffed Peppers
    Quinoa and Zucchini Stuffed Peppers
  • Quinoa Falafel
    Quinoa Falafel
  • Quinoa Potato Cakes
    Quinoa Potato Cakes
  • Quinoa White Bean Stew
    Quinoa White Bean Stew
  • Red Kuri Squash Curry with Chard
    Red Kuri Squash Curry with Chard
  • Red Lentil Masala with Spinach
    Red Lentil Masala with Spinach
  • Red Lentil Soup with Sweet Potatoes
    Red Lentil Soup with Sweet Potatoes
  • Ricotta Stuffed Shells with Roasted Tomato Sauce
    Ricotta Stuffed Shells with Roasted Tomato Sauce
  • Roasted Broccoli Bowls with Freekeh
    Roasted Broccoli Bowls with Freekeh
  • Roasted Broccoli Pasta with Roasted Garlic Goat Cheese Sauce
    Roasted Broccoli Pasta with Roasted Garlic Goat Cheese Sauce
  • Roasted Broccoli Peanut Noodles
    Roasted Broccoli Peanut Noodles
  • Roasted Broccolini Flatbread
    Roasted Broccolini Flatbread
  • Roasted Brussel Sprout and Millet Gratin
    Roasted Brussel Sprout and Millet Gratin
  • Roasted Butter Tomato Sauce Pasta
    Roasted Butter Tomato Sauce Pasta
  • Roasted Butternut Squash and Udon Noodles with Cilantro-Tahini Sauce
    Roasted Butternut Squash and Udon Noodles with Cilantro-Tahini Sauce
  • Roasted Carrot Multigrain Pilaf with Pepita Pesto
    Roasted Carrot Multigrain Pilaf with Pepita Pesto
  • Roasted Carrot Polenta with Sage and Walnuts
    Roasted Carrot Polenta with Sage and Walnuts
  • Roasted Carrot Puree | Cooking Component
    Roasted Carrot Puree | Cooking Component
  • Roasted Carrots and Couscous with Gremolata
    Roasted Carrots and Couscous with Gremolata
  • Roasted Cauliflower Soup
    Roasted Cauliflower Soup
  • Roasted Garlic and Dill Dressing (+ Garden Update/Edyn Review)
    Roasted Garlic and Dill Dressing (+ Garden Update/Edyn Review)
  • Roasted Garlic Sweet Potatoes with a Poached Egg
    Roasted Garlic Sweet Potatoes with a Poached Egg
  • Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup
    Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup
  • Roasted Mole Cauliflower with Chickpeas
    Roasted Mole Cauliflower with Chickpeas
  • Roasted Potato Pizza with Goat Cheese
    Roasted Potato Pizza with Goat Cheese
  • Roasted Romesco Potatoes
    Roasted Romesco Potatoes
  • Roasted Rutabaga Pasta with Cashew Sauce
    Roasted Rutabaga Pasta with Cashew Sauce
  • Roasted Salsa Verde
    Roasted Salsa Verde
  • Roasted Sweet Potato and Cabbage Summer Rolls
    Roasted Sweet Potato and Cabbage Summer Rolls
  • Roasted Tomato Bruschetta
    Roasted Tomato Bruschetta
  • Roasted Tomato Gazpacho
    Roasted Tomato Gazpacho
  • Roasted Tomato Salsa
    Roasted Tomato Salsa
  • Romanesco Black Lentil Pilaf
    Romanesco Black Lentil Pilaf
  • Romesco and Hummus Grilled Cheese
    Romesco and Hummus Grilled Cheese
  • Root Vegetable Cassoulet
    Root Vegetable Cassoulet
  • Root Vegetable Hash Egg Skillet
    Root Vegetable Hash Egg Skillet
  • Root Vegetable Pot Pie
    Root Vegetable Pot Pie
  • Rosemary Potato Egg Bake
    Rosemary Potato Egg Bake
  • Savory Oatmeal with Garlicky Kale
    Savory Oatmeal with Garlicky Kale
  • Sesame Kabocha Squash Bowls with Tahini Sauce
    Sesame Kabocha Squash Bowls with Tahini Sauce
  • Sesame Kabocha Squash Soup
    Sesame Kabocha Squash Soup
  • Sesame Roasted Turnips & Barley
    Sesame Roasted Turnips & Barley
  • Shaved Asparagus Pizza with Gorgonzola
    Shaved Asparagus Pizza with Gorgonzola
  • Smoked Paprika Potato Spinach Salad with Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing
    Smoked Paprika Potato Spinach Salad with Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing
  • Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes and Egg Bake
    Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes and Egg Bake
  • Sorghum Tabouli
    Sorghum Tabouli
  • Spelt Spaghetti with Parsley and Garlic Oil
    Spelt Spaghetti with Parsley and Garlic Oil
  • Spiced Black Beans | Component Cooking
    Spiced Black Beans | Component Cooking
  • Spiced Chickpeas | Component Cooking
    Spiced Chickpeas | Component Cooking
  • Spiced Lentil Stew with Potatoes
    Spiced Lentil Stew with Potatoes
  • Spicy Peanut Sauce Noodle Bowl
    Spicy Peanut Sauce Noodle Bowl
  • Spicy Snow Peas and Quinoa
    Spicy Snow Peas and Quinoa
  • Spinach Bisque
    Spinach Bisque
  • Spinach Enchiladas with Lentils
    Spinach Enchiladas with Lentils
  • Spinach Soba Bowl with Peanut Sauce
    Spinach Soba Bowl with Peanut Sauce
  • Spinach-Pesto Pasta with Roasted Red Peppers and Ricotta
    Spinach-Pesto Pasta with Roasted Red Peppers and Ricotta
  • Spring Panzanella with Peas and Fennel
    Spring Panzanella with Peas and Fennel
  • Stuffed Delicata with Chimichurri Black Beans
    Stuffed Delicata with Chimichurri Black Beans
  • Summer Vegetarian Tacos with Avocado Cream
    Summer Vegetarian Tacos with Avocado Cream
  • Sunchoke Hash with Tarragon and Chickpeas
    Sunchoke Hash with Tarragon and Chickpeas
  • Sunchoke Soup with Fennel
    Sunchoke Soup with Fennel
  • Sweet Potato and Feta Pizza
    Sweet Potato and Feta Pizza
  • Sweet Potato Barley Stew
    Sweet Potato Barley Stew
  • Sweet Potato Cakes with Curried Tomato Sauce and Poached Egg
    Sweet Potato Cakes with Curried Tomato Sauce and Poached Egg
  • Sweet Potato Curry with Brown Rice
    Sweet Potato Curry with Brown Rice
  • Sweet Potato Hash Egg Skillet
    Sweet Potato Hash Egg Skillet
  • Sweet Potato Sriracha Noodle Soup
    Sweet Potato Sriracha Noodle Soup
  • Tahini Kale Caesar Salad with Whole-Grain Croutons
    Tahini Kale Caesar Salad with Whole-Grain Croutons
  • Tahini Noodle Bowl with Collards
    Tahini Noodle Bowl with Collards
  • Thai Sweet Potato Quinoa
    Thai Sweet Potato Quinoa
  • Three-Bean Vegan Chili
    Three-Bean Vegan Chili
  • Turmeric Chickpeas with Brown Rice
    Turmeric Chickpeas with Brown Rice
  • Turmeric Zucchini Bowls
    Turmeric Zucchini Bowls
  • Vegetable Lo Mein
    Vegetable Lo Mein
  • Vegetarian Chili Cheese Fries
    Vegetarian Chili Cheese Fries
  • Vegetarian Nachos with Chipotle Sweet Potatoes
    Vegetarian Nachos with Chipotle Sweet Potatoes
  • Vegetarian Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
    Vegetarian Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
  • Vegetarian Ramen Bowl with Spicy Brussels Sprouts
    Vegetarian Ramen Bowl with Spicy Brussels Sprouts
  • White Bean Chard Bake
    White Bean Chard Bake
  • White Bean Dip with Roasted Garlic and Herbs
    White Bean Dip with Roasted Garlic and Herbs
  • White Bean Salad with Pea Shoots
    White Bean Salad with Pea Shoots
  • White Beans in Spicy Tomato Sauce
    White Beans in Spicy Tomato Sauce
  • Zucchini Ribbon, Quinoa, and Pesto Salad
    Zucchini Ribbon, Quinoa, and Pesto Salad
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