Kosherize It

Since the Middle Ages, garlic has been known for its variety of health benefits from reducing blood pressure and cholesterol, to curing the common cold.  Not only is it a friend to our health but an essential ingredient in the kitchen.  Many recipes call for minced garlic therefore, it’s a pretty handy item to have ready-made in the fridge.   You can either buy your own pre-made minced garlic (longer shelf life) or you can make your own (shorter shelf life but fresh taste).

I like to store my minced garlic in a glass jar soaked in olive oil.  Like garlic, olive oil is also known for its health benefits.  Olive oil helps with obesity, diabetes, lowers blood pressure and has other medicinal benefits. Note: ask your doctor for dosage information.

It is important to note you must refrigerate immediately and use within the week as there are no preservatives and you want to avoid botulism.   If you buy a pre-packaged minced garlic be sure to check the expiration date and storage instructions.

MINCED GARLIC:  a glass jar, garlic (whatever you will need for the week), olive oil, garlic mincer or food processor.

• Circumcise each clove of garlic and remove all the skin.

• Either mince or place in a food processor and pulse until garlic is minced.

• Pour olive oil in a glass jar.

• Add the minced garlic and add olive oil if needed.

• Refrigerate immediately.
• Discard within the week.

Bon Appetit!