Garlic, garlic, and more garlic!

If you're like most home cooks, you've probably experienced the frustration of buying a whole bulb of garlic, using only a few cloves for a recipe, and then letting the rest go to waste. But did you know that you can actually freeze leftover garlic to use in future recipes?

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Not only is freezing leftover garlic a convenient way to store it for later use, it also has a number of other benefits.

Here are just a few reasons why you should consider freezing your leftover garlic:

It's a great way to save money.

Garlic can be expensive, especially if you're using it frequently. By freezing your leftover garlic, you can stretch your grocery budget further and get more value out of each bulb you buy.

It saves time.

Peeling & chopping garlic can be time-consuming, especially if you're using a lot of it. But, if you have frozen garlic on hand, you can easily grate it using a microplane grater. This will give you perfectly minced garlic in seconds, without the need to chop it by hand.

It preserves the flavor.

Garlic can lose its flavor over time, especially when stored in the fridge. By freezing it, you can preserve its taste & intensity, ensuring that your recipes will always have the right amount of flavor.

It's easy to do.

Freezing leftover garlic is incredibly simple. All you need to do is chop it up (either finely or coarsely), place it in an airtight container or plastic bag, & pop it in the freezer. When you're ready to use it, simply take out as much as you need and let it thaw before grating it with a microplane grater.

In addition to freezing leftover garlic, you can also freeze other herbs like parsley, cilantro, and basil to use later. Simply chop them up, place them in an ice cube tray, and cover with water or oil before freezing. This way, you'll always have a variety of herbs on hand for your cooking needs!

So the next time you have leftover garlic or herbs, don't let them go to waste – freeze them instead! It's a simple and convenient way to save money, time, and flavor in your cooking. Using a microplane grater for the frozen garlic cloves will also make it easier to incorporate into your recipe, as the small, evenly grated pieces will blend in seamlessly.

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