Step 1

1 Combine 1 cup of peeled, good quality garlic cloves with olive oil, salt and aromatic in a mason jar. Leave at least 1/2 inch of space between the lid the the garlic. Make sure the lid is only finger tight to allow for air to escape during cooking.

Step 2

2 Set your water bath to 190 degrees Fahrenheit, or 88 degrees Celsius.

Step 3

3 As the bath is coming up to temperature place gently lower the mason jar into the water bath with a pair of tongs. This allows the glass to heat gradually, and reduces the risking of breaking.

Step 4

4 Cook the garlic confit for a minimum of 4 hours, and up to

Step 5

5 Use immediately, fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. If doing either of the latter we suggest immediately cooling the mason jar in an ice bath.

Step 6

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