Garlic Vinegar Food

PICKLED GARLIC

Steps:

• Combine canning salt and vinegar in a large saucepan. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes (180 degrees).
• Meanwhile, pack garlic into 4 sterilized pint jars (about 8 ounces per jar) leaving 1/2-inch of headspace. Add 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes and 1 head of dill to each jar. (If using fresh dill, add 1/2 cup to each jar.)
• Using a ladle, divide hot pickling liquid between the 4 jars, leaving 1/2-inch of headspace. Remove air bubbles, clean jar rims, center lids on jars, and adjust band to fingertip-tight.
• Chill in the refrigerator until pickled as desired (I recommend at least 3 weeks in the refrigerator). Store in refrigerator for up to 4 months (see notes) or seal jars following the instructions below (the pickled garlic must still be refrigerated; it will not be shelf-stable).

VERY GARLICKY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine the garlic, mustard, and vinegar in a bowl; mix well. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, constantly whisking until the dressing is thick; season with salt and pepper.

GARLIC-CHILE VINEGAR

Steps:

• Place chiles, garlic, and ginger in a jar. Bring vinegar, sugar, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar and salt. Pour hot brine into jar; let cool 30 minutes. Cover and chill at least 4 hours before using.
• Do Ahead
• Garlic-chile vinegar can be made 4 weeks ahead. Keep chilled.

GARLIC AND VINEGAR ROASTED POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
• Scrub the potatoes and dry with paper towels. Cut into small chunks and place in a large bowl.
• Add vinegar, oil, garlic powder, salt, sage, and tarragon to the bowl with the potatoes. Toss to coat. Pour into a baking dish.
• Bake in the preheated oven until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, about 45 minutes. Serve immediately.

BASIL GARLIC VINEGAR

Steps:

• Place 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves and 2 cloves split peeled garlic in a sterilized pint jar.
• Heat the wine or white vinegar to just below the boiling point.
• Fill the jar with the vinegar, and cap tightly.
• Allow to stand 3 to 4 weeks.
• Strain vinegar, discarding basil and garlic.
• Pour vinegar into a clean sterilized jar, adding a new sprig of fresh basil, if desired.
• Seal tightly.
• Use in dressings for rice, pasta, antipasto salads or in flavored mayonnaise.

GARLIC VINEGAR

Steps:

• Pour vinegar over the garlic. Cover tightly and steep 2-3 weeks.
• Strain into decorative bottle. Garlic cloves may be added for decorative purposes.
• A few drops is sufficient flavor for most uses.