Garlic takes the win!

Mummm Garlic!
In my opinion, garlic has to be the best seasoning out there! Not only does it taste and smell amazing, there are many health benefits associated with eating garlic. It also helps to keep the vampires away! Let me show you why I think garlic is the best.

Did you know?

• Garlic is very low in calories
• Garlic is rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B6 and Manganese
• Garlic supplementation helps to prevent and reduce the severity of common illnesses like the flu and common cold.
• High doses of garlic can improve high blood pressure and lower cholesterol levels

These are just a few of the many health reasons why you should be cooking with garlic all the time!


Facts from:authoritynutrition.com

Garlic can be used in many forms. Here are some Fabulous Food Find ways:

• Raw in salsas and bruschetta. Simply peel the skin, give it a good smash with your knife, to release its oils, and then mince finely to incorporate its goodness into every bite.

• Sautéed in oil for pasta and veggies. I use at least 4 or 5 cloves when I sauté. Same instructions as above but instead of mincing you can slice or just rough chop the garlic for different textures and sizes. You can also keep the garlic cloves whole to disburse the flavor into your food but not get the spicy kick that garlic normally provides. This will cut back on the bad breath as well.

• Roasted to spread on corn or garlic bread. This has to be one of my newest addictions. It is super easy to do and gives the garlic a sweeter taste. This time, you don't even have to peel the garlic. All you need to do is cut just a bit of the top off the garlic so the cloves are exposed, then drizzle in a little olive oil so it seeps down into each clove. Then wrap the entire head in foil wrap and bake in the oven for at least half an hour at 400 degrees or until it becomes soft to touch. Once it cools you can just squeeze the head and all the mushy gushy garlic will slide right out.

Sharing is caring, garlic is way too good to eat alone. Garlic is the perfect food to share with a partner or friend, that way you both smell the same!