Roasting garlic in a suacepan on the stove top takes much less time than oven roasting -- and the results are just as delicious.
Frying garlic until it is just slightly golden gives it a nutty, slightly spicy flavour that marries well with broccoli, especially when anchovies add deep, delicious base notes. Don't let the garlic go beyond golden or it will become bitter.
Roasted garlic butter adds a modern twist to seasonal peas in this flavourful side dish. If you like, make a double batch of the garlic butter and toss the extra with hot pasta for an easy sauce.
No holiday reception or party should be without flavourful nuts, and these garlic peanuts, which are a staple imbibing companion in the Philippines, make a welcome and tasty gift. Cashews can be prepared in the same fashion.
The abundance of garlic might intimidate you, but just remember that roasting develops its nutty, caramelized flavour.
Consider this iconic French sauce the sassier, more assertive older sister to mayonnaise. It's heavily flavoured with garlic, and it makes an awesome accompaniment to fish, seafood, grilled vegetables and french fries.
Assertive yet pleasant, rapini looks like thin broccoli with clusters of buds. When cooked and then tossed with garlic, it becomes a truly flavourful dish. You can add more hot pepper flakes to taste.
Sunny, lemony and redolent of garlic, this dish is a crowd-pleaser. If you make it ahead, you can use all chicken thighs instead of chicken pieces - they stay extra moist when reheated.
This steak, with accents of garlic and rosemary, makes enough for two meals. Serve half the first night for dinner along with grilled zucchini, the rest on sandwiches or in a salad the next day. Serve the extra garlic on the side for guests to spread on crusty bread or zucchini — or even to enjoy on its own.
White beans laced with garlic is a tasty way to crown crusty crostini. Partially crushing the beans gives this dip a chunkier texture than the usual bean dips.
