Organic Garlic Flake
 
Organic Garlic Flakes are an easily storable, convenient way to add garlic to any recipe. Dried garlic has all the flavor of fresh garlic, but will not spoil and does not linger on hands or cutting boards.
Thin, off-white slices of garlic
Oblong and 1/2 to 3/4 inch long
Pungent garlic flavor and aroma
May contain naturally occurring sulfur compounds
Certified organic to the specifications of the USDA National Organic Program
 
Basic Prep
Ready to use. Add to taste.
 
Suggested Uses
Sauté with butter and vegetables for a simple side
Add to sauces, marinades and salad dressings, which will rehydrate the garlic slices
Add to creamy sauces and rich, creamy dishes like mashed potatoes
 
Description
As a cultivated crop, garlic is relatively uncomplicated and easy to grow. It can be grown year-round in milder temperatures, but can also be grown in cold climates as long as it does not freeze. The crop does well in loose soil with plenty of sun, but will also thrive in many types of soil condition and PH levels.
While the garlic bulb is the portion of the plant most commonly cooked with, the leaves and flowers are also edible. The green stem (sometimes called a garlic scape, spear, or top) of the immature version is also edible and is often described as having the shape of green onions with the distinct flavor of garlic.
There are multiple common varieties of this popular cooking ingredient, including Porcelains, Rocamboles, Purple Stripes and Artichoke garlic. They vary in size, color, yield and flavor intensity.
A common misconception is that elephant garlic is part of the garlic family, but it is actually related to leeks.
Garlic is an elemental ingredient of cooking throughout the world, as its spicy, sharp and pungent nature lends itself to many savory applications.
As a dry ingredient, Dried Organic Garlic Flakes can be added to recipes in place of fresh garlic to achieve the same flavor. Substitute one level teaspoon of Dried Organic Garlic Flakes for one clove of fresh garlic in recipes.
Garlic (Allium sativum), a pungent and flavorful member of the lily family, has been a cornerstone of worldwide cuisines for centuries due to its prominent taste and aroma and for its ability to accent and amplify other flavors.
Garlic's near universal appeal is demonstrated by the key role it plays in diverse cuisines such as Chinese, German, Greek, Indian, Italian, Middle Eastern, Peruvian and Thai.
 
Storage & handling
Store in cool, dry place.
 
Ingredients
Organic garlic