4 heads garlic, stem end trimmed by 1/2-inch
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon
1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons chicken broth
Directions
Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
Rub the garlic with the olive oil and place the heads, cut-side up, in a small saute pan that's just large enough to hold the garlic in. Season the garlic with the salt and pepper and add the broth to the saute pan. Place the saute pan in the oven and roast for about 30 minutes, or until the garlic is golden brown on the top and the cloves can be pierced easily with the tip of a sharp paring knife. Remove baking dish from the oven and allow the garlic to cool. When the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted garlic out from the skins. You can eat this on Italian crusty bread or use in recipes like Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes.
Rub the garlic with the olive oil and place the heads, cut-side up, in a small saute pan that's just large enough to hold the garlic in. Season the garlic with the salt and pepper and add the broth to the saute pan. Place the saute pan in the oven and roast for about 30 minutes, or until the garlic is golden brown on the top and the cloves can be pierced easily with the tip of a sharp paring knife. Remove baking dish from the oven and allow the garlic to cool. When the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted garlic out from the skins. You can eat this on Italian crusty bread or use in recipes like Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes.
GarlicReported Health Benefits In Some Studies:
- Antioxidant and antibacterial
- Prevents the formation of blood clots
- Reduces blood pressure
- Reduces cholesterol and triglycerides
- Increases high density lipoproteins
- Protects against cancer, including colon, breast, and prostate
- Reduces the risk of colds and flu and speeds recovery
- Natural Antibiotic
It is also suggested by researchers that this increased hydrogen sulfide production may be the reason for reduced cancer risk among those who enjoy a garlic-rich diet of five or more cloves each day.
Though significantly increased garlic consumption is recommended for most, it can be contraindicated for those who are taking anticoagulant medications or aspirin, since the blood thinning action could be accelerated. It can also increase the risk of bleeding during surgery, so it's wise to discuss it with your doctor if these apply.
See your doctor with any questions on the above information on what is best for your health conditions, garlic is not a cure.
Garlic makes a wonderful health supplement but the garlic cure is no substitute for the basics: sensible eating and appropriate exercise. Garlic should be seen as part of a healthy lifestyle - not as an alternative to it. Always consult your doctor first regarding any medical condition, this is not a medical site.
Though significantly increased garlic consumption is recommended for most, it can be contraindicated for those who are taking anticoagulant medications or aspirin, since the blood thinning action could be accelerated. It can also increase the risk of bleeding during surgery, so it's wise to discuss it with your doctor if these apply.
See your doctor with any questions on the above information on what is best for your health conditions, garlic is not a cure.
Garlic makes a wonderful health supplement but the garlic cure is no substitute for the basics: sensible eating and appropriate exercise. Garlic should be seen as part of a healthy lifestyle - not as an alternative to it. Always consult your doctor first regarding any medical condition, this is not a medical site.
