Garlic Recipe of the Month
Christopher's Baked Garlic
- Cut about 1/2" off tips of several whole Christopher Ranch Garlic bulbs.
- Gently remove outer layers of skin from bulbs but leave the bulbs intact.
- Place them cut side up in baking pan and drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper and favorite seasonings or herbs.
- Fill baking pan with enough water to just cover the bottom of the pan (about 1/4").
- Seal pan with aluminum foil and bake at 450 for 1 hour or until garlic cloves are very soft.
To serve: Break clove off bulb and squeeze pulp out onto slice of French bread. Top with a dab of Rosemary Feta Dip.
Rosemary Feta Dip
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 cup feta cheese
- Leaves from 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary - coarsely chopped
Add a bit of milk if mixture is too thick to blend.
If using a terra cotta baker: Soak domed lid in water 10 minutes. Place garlic bulbs in baker, cover and place in microwave. Cook on high for 2 to 3 minutes. Allow to cool.
Garlic Tip of the Month
Garlic should be stored in a cool, dry, well ventilated place. It will keep for three to nine months from harvest depending on the variety.
