Jarred garlic is a divisive ingredient.
I live with a chef, so its not allowed in our home kitchen.
That said, Im not as opposed to it as he might be.
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Its not for everything (I dont personally like it ongarlic bread, for example).
Read on to learn more about the pantry product and when its best used.
What Is Jarred Garlic?
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Its nothing too complicated, just peeled and minced garlic that comes in a jar.
What To Know About Jarred Garlic
This product isn’t exactly the same as the fresh stuff.
Most jarred garlic brands will include a conversion for easy swaps in recipes.
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A good rule of thumb is 1 teaspoon of jarred garlic equals 1 clove of fresh minced garlic.
But theres no reason you cant if you want to.
The frozen minced garlic can go directly from the freezer to the pan when ready to use.
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