Garlic is a kitchen essential that elevates dishes with bold flavor and supports health benefits. Best of all, it stores exceptionally well—if you select it wisely.
Over years of market shopping, I've followed my grandmother's reliable method: inspecting four crucial qualities before buying.
1. Does it have a thick, sturdy stalk?
2. Is the bulb firm to the touch?
3. Is the bulb fully dry?
4. Does the bulb look shiny?
That's it! If the answer to all four is yes, this garlic deserves a spot in your basket. It'll stay fresh for weeks.
Avoid soft or sprouted bulbs at all costs. Remember, the firmer the bulb, the more intense the flavor.
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