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Caramelized
Garlic
Caramelized garlic is very simple
to make. Use this flavorful condiment with roasted meats or poultry.
I N G R
E D I E N T S
1/2 cup of sugar
2 tablespoons Vermouth
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup fresh, peeled, garlic cloves
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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N S T R U C T I O N S
Blanch garlic cloves in boiling water
about 2 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon and place in a bowl of cold water to stop the
cooking. Remove cloves from water and drain on layers of paper toweling.
Place the sugar in a small heavy skillet and add 2 tablespoons of the vermouth. Place the
pan over medium heat. Cook until the mixture turns a golden color tipping the pan
and swirling the mixture to insure even cooking. Add the water 1 tablespoon at a time,
swirling the pan to incorporate the liquid. Add the garlic and cook until well coated and
the garlic is soft but still retains it's shape..
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Cooking Terms
Blanch
Epicurious.com Food Dictionary
To plunge food (usually vegetables and fruits) into boiling water briefly, then into cold
water to stop the cooking process. Blanching is used to firm the flesh, to loosen skins
(as with peaches and tomatoes) and to heighten and set color and flavor (as with
vegetables before freezing).
More About Garlic
If you'd like to read more about
garlic please click here and learn
about health benefits, nutrition, and how to gown your own garlic at home. Links to lots
of garlic laden recipes.
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