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Garlic Confit

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Garlic confit is a luxurious condiment made by slowly poaching garlic cloves in olive oil until soft, sweet, and spreadable. Infused with herbs and spices, it’s perfect for enriching pastas, vegetables, toast, and sauces.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups garlic confit (garlic + oil)
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Confit
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (12 ounces) whole garlic cloves
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme (optional)
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. Peel garlic cloves and place them in an 8×8-inch baking dish or loaf pan.
  3. Add olive oil, salt, and peppercorns. Submerge herbs if using.
  4. Bake uncovered for 2 hours, until garlic is soft, golden, and spreadable.
  5. Let cool fully, then transfer garlic and oil to an airtight container and refrigerate.
  6. Slow cooker method: Add garlic, oil, salt, peppercorns, and herbs to the slow cooker. Cook on low for 3–4 hours until garlic is tender.

Notes

  • Use pre-peeled garlic for convenience.
  • Garlic may float during cooking; it doesn’t need to be fully submerged.
  • Oil thickens in the fridge—bring to room temp before using.
  • Freeze extra in small portions to extend shelf life.
  • Add chili flakes, citrus peel, or bay leaf for flavor variations.

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Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/garlic-confit/