Garlic The World’s Most Versatile Spice

Garlic is said to have come from Asia as far back as biblical times. In the beginning was intended to cure or alleviate a myriad of physical ailments such as indigestion, sinus congestion, and even heart disease. When people discovered that garlic is also an excellent flavor, its popularity spread. Today one would be hard pressed to find a dish without garlic as an ingredient.

Garlic's versatility has no limits. Easy to find and very cheap, it has a place in every type of cuisine from Asian to Italian to American. Think Beef in Garlic Sauce, Pasta Agile Olio, and garlic bread. The possibilities are endless.

There are also different varieties of this spice. Garlic presents itself as a whole pear with many cloves as a powder or even a lot. Its ease of use is excellent. 1 / 8 of a teaspoon of garlic powder may be combined with one tablespoon melted butter to liven up a plate of green beans. Sauté chopped garlic in olive oil and toss with pasta

Garlic really is a very important and handy ingredients and no kitchen should never be without.

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Green beans with garlic butter

1 pound fresh green beans, ends snipped

2 tablespoons butter

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Freshly ground pepper (optional)

Bring a pot of water to boil. Add the green beans and simmer until tender, usually not more than five minutes. Meanwhile, microwave butter and garlic powder until butter has melted. Drain green beans and transfer them to a large bowl. Pour butter mixture over them and toss to coat. If desired, season to taste with freshly ground pepper.

Pasta Agile Olio

This is a very simplified, kid-friendly version.

1 pound Angel Hair Pasta

8-10 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped

½ cup olive

Salt and pepper

Grated Parmesan cheese (to taste)

Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a serving bowl. Heat olive oil in a small sauté pan and add minced garlic. Tubes often, as this will prevent over-browning the garlic. Remove from heat and pour directly over the pasta. Toss to coat evenly and season with salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

Garlic-Mayonnaise Sandwich Spread

Combine ¼ cup mayonnaise ¼ teaspoons of garlic powder and chill for at least two hours. This will add some zip sandwich.