Aromatic Garlic Confit

Ingredients

• 3 cup Garlic cloves (peeled)
• 3 sprig Fresh rosemary
• 5 sprig Fresh thyme
• 1 tbsp Black peppercorns (whole)
• 2 cup Olive oil (or enough to fully submerge the garlic)
• Salt (to taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Place the peeled garlic cloves into a small oven-safe dish or heavy-bottomed saucepan.

2. 2

   Add the fresh rosemary sprigs, fresh thyme sprigs, and whole black peppercorns to the garlic.

3. 3

   Pour the olive oil over the garlic and herbs until the cloves are completely submerged.

4. 4

   If using the stovetop, heat over the lowest possible setting. The oil should barely bubble (shimmering, not boiling). Cook for about 45-60 minutes until the garlic is pale golden and soft enough to mash with a fork.

5. 5

   If using an oven, preheat to 300°F (150°C) and bake for 45-60 minutes until the garlic is tender.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely in the oil.

7. 7

   Transfer the garlic and oil to a clean, airtight glass jar.

Notes

Storage: Always store garlic confit in the refrigerator. It will last for up to 2 weeks. Do not leave it at room temperature due to the risk of botulism. The oil may solidify in the fridge; simply scoop out what you need and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes or warm it gently. Variation: One commenter suggested adding dried parsley for extra flavor.

Nutrition per serving

• condiment
• garlic
• vegan
• vegetarian
• gluten-free
• slow-cooked
• pantry staple