Don’t mess it up: how to make the best spaghetti aglio e olio (garlic spaghetti)
Spaghetti aglio olio e peperoncino is probably the simplest and cheapest Italian recipe – and the easiest to mess up. I’ve always found it fascinating. The recipe is summed up by its name and has only four ingredients – yet, a little carelessness can lead to disaster. I don’t want to be overdramatic, but it’s […]
Storing Garlic in Olive Oil | 5 Easy Preservation Methods
Do you have too much garlic and want to preserve it long-term? While garlic will store well in unpeeled, whole garlic bulbs, this isn’t always ideal. Whether you grew your own, bought it in bulk, or peeled more garlic cloves than you need, there are a lot of times when preserving garlic is necessary to […]
Effortless Oven-Roasted Garlic: A Flavorful Kitchen Staple
If you’re Italian, it’s in your blood to love garlic. Aglio, if you speak the language. Garlic lovers know that the more garlic, the better. In fact, when we cook at home, we often use double the amount of garlic called for in a recipe. No shame in this cooking game. You can always find […]
How To: The Best Way to Sauté Garlic without Burning
As someone who loves to cook, I find garlic to be an absolutely crucial ingredient in my kitchen. It adds so much depth and richness to even the simplest recipes. Plus, I love the way it makes my house smell! Ever walk into a house where someone has just sauteed garlic? It’s the best aroma! […]
The Best Way to Saute Onions and Garlic
Knowing how to properly saute onions and garlic is very important if you like cooking. It’s the start to so many dishes. If you can do it right it will make your recipe great. If you do it wrong it can make your recipe really bad. Today I’m going to explain the right way to do it.