Herby Garlic Confit Food

HERBY GARLIC CONFIT

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 250 degrees.
• Place the separated garlic cloves (with the skin still on) in a small baking dish along with the fresh thyme, oregano, and bay leaf.
• Pour the olive oil on top.
• Cover with tin foil and place into the oven to bake for 75-90 minutes, or until the cloves are softened and jammy on the inside.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

GARLIC CONFIT

Steps:

• Cut the tops off the garlic bulbs, place on a clean working surface, and press down firmly with the flat part of a large knife to separate the cloves from the bulb. Remove the skins and discard.
• Pour oil into a very small pot; add garlic cloves and thyme.
• Turn heat to medium and cook until bubbles start to form. Lower the heat to the lowest possible setting and cook until garlic is soft but not brown, 20 to 25 minutes, depending on the size of the cloves.
• Place garlic cloves and oil in an ice cube tray and freeze until firm, 2 to 3 hours. Remove frozen cubes from the tray and store in a freezer bag.

SIMPLE GARLIC CONFIT WITH HERBS

Steps:

• Peel garlic cloves and place in a medium heavy saucepan. Stir in thyme and oil. Cover and cook over very low heat (you want the garlic to gently poach, not deep fry!), about 30 minutes. Small bubbles will rise from the garlic, but don't let the oil simmer. The oil temperature should not go above 200°F. To test for doneness, spear a clove with a fork. If it's very soft, turn off heat; if not, poach 10-15 minutes more.
• Remove pan from heat, keep covered, and let cool to room temperature. Using a clean spoon, divide garlic and herbs among resealable glass jars. Fill jars with cooking oil, seal, and chill.
• Do Ahead
• Garlic confit can be chilled for up to 4 months.

HOW TO MAKE GARLIC CONFIT

Steps:

• Prep: Preheat oven to 250°F (121°C). Either peel the garlic cloves completely, or separate the cloves from the head, leaving the paper on.
• Assemble: Add garlic and oil to an oven-safe pan (like a cast iron or casserole dish). If garlic is not submerged completely, add a bit more oil. If desired, add a few hearty herbs to the pan.
• Cook: Cook for 2 hours, or until garlic cloves are golden brown and soft. Remove from oven and let cool.