Here's the secret: You pop the clove into the microwave for 20 seconds. That's it! After it's been heated, the skin will peel right off with no work necessary. You'll want to trim the top of the bulb and peel away any easy-to-remove bits of skin first, but otherwise you're good to go, and ready to make the garlic recipes of your dreams<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n Be sure to let the garlic sit for at couple seconds before touching it, though. It can be hot coming out of the microwave!<\/p>\r\n\r\n Yes! When I tried this hack on a single clove of garlic, I actually found it took less time to remove the skin. After just 14 seconds, the garlic popped in the microwave, and out came a completely smooth clove with a peel that was removed in just one pull.<\/p>\r\n I found that when the garlic heated up, though, it became soft and broke easily\u2014it was essentially steamed in the microwave, after all\u2014so you'll want to give it a few minutes to cool before chopping or grating.<\/p>\r\n Whatever you choose to do with your garlic\u2014from baking it into garlic bread<\/a> to making it the star of the show in one of our recipes for garlic lovers<\/a>, the recipes are endless. With this 20-second hack, you'll get precious minutes added back to your day, so you can spend less time prepping your dish and more time enjoying it.<\/p>\r\n You're welcome!<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t You can learn how to peel garlic without the sticky mess.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7833,"featured_media":1537034,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false,"footnotes":""},"tags":[303719,304150,303745],"categories-v2":[308324,309434,308369],"coauthors":[340790],"acf":{"long_pin_file":false,"ncv_override_generic_settings_option":false,"ncv_autoplay_option":"","ncv_stickyplay_option":"","ncv_ads_option":"","ncv_mute_option":"","ncv_comscore_option":"","ncv_moat_option":"","ncv_autoplay_mobile_option":"","ncv_viewable_threshold_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_option":"","ncv_autopause_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_mobile_option":"","ncv_autopause_mobile_option":"","ncv_sticky_mobile_option":"","ncv_remove_player_option":false,"long_pin":""},"yoast_head":"\n Go to Recipe<\/a><\/p>\r\nAlso, learning how to store garlic<\/a> means you'll always have these essential cloves on hand for your next recipe.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nDoes This Hack Work?<\/h2>\r\n
<\/a><\/div>Chicken & Garlic with Fresh Herbs<\/a>The key to this savory chicken is the combination of garlic, fresh rosemary and thyme. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes or crusty Italian bread. \u2014Jan Valdez, Lombard, Illinois. Looking for variations? Learn how to make creamy garlic chicken<\/a>.
<\/a><\/div>Garlic Butter Steak Bites<\/a>It takes only a few minutes to enhance a simple sirloin steak. This recipe uses not one but two forms of garlic to really make those flavors shine. \u2014Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan
<\/a><\/div>Pasta and Veggies in Garlic Sauce<\/a>Big garlic flavor and a little heat from red pepper flakes help perk up this fresh-tasting pasta dish. It's wonderful with chicken and beef entrees. \u2014Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina
<\/a><\/div>Garlic Parmesan Wings<\/a>Take a bite out of these perfectly seasoned chicken wings. Golden brown and crispy, the skin is flavored with garlic powder, parmesan cheese and herby parsley. Enhance the flavors by dipping it in a garlic parmesan or sriracha mayo sauce, or stick to the classics like bleu cheese and ranch. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
<\/a><\/div>Skillet Potatoes with Red Pepper and Whole Garlic Cloves<\/a>You'll be surprised that a skillet potato recipe this simple has so much flavor. I love how the whole garlic cloves turn sweet after being caramelized. Yum! \u2014Anita Osborne, Thomasburg, Ontario
<\/a><\/div>Garlic Knots<\/a>These novel garlic knots are handy because they can be made ahead of time and reheated when needed. \u2014Jane Paschke, University Park, Florida
<\/a><\/div>Tomato-Garlic Lentil Bowls<\/a>An Ethiopian recipe inspired this feel-good dinner that's tangy, creamy and packed with hearty comfort. \u2014Rachael Cushing, Portland, Oregon
<\/a><\/div>Garlic-Dill Soda Bread<\/a>It's amazing how bread can be made in a slow cooker, which is why this recipe is awesome\u2014who knew it could be so simple! Let the inviting aroma of dill and cheese fill your kitchen. \u2014Melissa Hansen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
<\/a><\/div>Chicken with Garlic Sauce<\/a>Skip the takeout order and make this 30-minute Chinese chicken with garlic sauce recipe at home. It'll take the same amount of time\u2014without spending extra money or leaving the house!
<\/a><\/div>Onion & Garlic Biscuits<\/a>Bake a dozen of these oniony, herby biscuits for a little something new in the holiday bread basket. They're also awesome with a bowl of chili, soup or stew. \u2014L. Dorow, Fairmont, Minnesota
<\/a><\/div>Greek Garlic Chicken<\/a>Lively flavors of the Greek Isles come through in this mouthwatering chicken entree. I created this dish so my husband and I could have a nice dinner after a busy day out and about. \u2014Margee Berry, Trout Lake, Washington. If you like this, then you must try Chinese chicken with garlic sauce<\/a>.
<\/a><\/div>Orzo with Spinach<\/a>Add color and flavor to your plate with creamy orzo with spinach. This dish is a balance of comfort and sophistication, perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in.
<\/a><\/div>Garlic-Ginger Turkey Tenderloins<\/a>This good-for-you entree can be on your dinner plates quicker than Chinese takeout\u2014and for a lot less money! Ginger and brown sugar flavor the sauce that spices up the turkey as it bakes. \u2014Taste Recipes<\/i> Test Kitchen
<\/a><\/div>Garlic Green Beans with Gorgonzola<\/a>I updated this green bean holiday side dish by adding a touch of white wine, fresh thyme and green onions. It's delicious, easy to make and my family loves it! \u2014Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
<\/a><\/div>Mozzarella Mushrooms with Garlic Toast<\/a>I came up with this dinner using ingredients I had on hand. It turned out to be so delicious, my wife and I now make it for special occasions. \u2014Marc Bushee, Moorhead, Minnesota
<\/a><\/div>Garlic Salmon Linguine<\/a>The garlic-seasoned main dish calls for handy pantry ingredients, including pasta and canned salmon. I serve it with asparagus, rolls and fruit. \u2014Theresa Hagan, Glendale, Arizona
<\/a><\/div>Lemon & Garlic New Potatoes<\/a>This is a simplified version of a dish my Costa Rican host sister used to make when I was in the Peace Corps. It has become a favorite side dish at my house. \u2014Katie Bartle, Parkville, Missouri
<\/a><\/div>Gingered Short Ribs with Green Rice<\/a>I love the flavors of Korean cuisine, so I created short ribs for the slow cooker. The dish is beautiful, too! \u2014Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
<\/a><\/div>Garlic-Mashed Rutabagas & Potatoes<\/a>My family absolutely loves mashed potatoes. I created this recipe to lighten up the calories and sneak in a serving of rutabagas. If you have the time, boil the potatoes in chicken broth to add even more flavor. \u2014Rosemary Tatum, Sterlington, Louisiana
<\/a><\/div>Garlic Lover\u2019s Chicken<\/a>The garlic and lemon are great together on this breaded chicken. I've served this several times for special-occasion dinners. \u2014Janice Steinmetz, Somers, Connecticut
<\/a><\/div>Onion-Garlic Bubble Bread<\/a>I've relied on this bread recipe often over the years. Frozen dough hurries along the golden pull-apart loaf. It's wonderful with Italian dishes, especially spaghetti and lasagna. \u2014Charlene Bzdok, Little Falls, Minnesota
<\/a><\/div>Garlic-Apple Pork Roast<\/a>This is the meal I have become famous for, and it is so simple. The garlic and apple flavors really complement the pork. It's especially good with steamed fresh asparagus and roasted red potatoes. \u2014Jennifer Loos, Washington Boro, Pennsylvania
<\/a><\/div>Tortellini Soup<\/a>This quick, easy rustic Italian tortellini soup recipe is flavorful and comforting. Italian sausage, spinach and tender cheese tortellini simmer in a rich tomato broth, creating a soup that cooks for only 20 minutes.
<\/a><\/div>Au Gratin Potatoes<\/a>Once you've tried homemade au gratin potatoes, you'll never reach for the boxed stuff again.
<\/a><\/div>Garlic Crescent Rolls<\/a>The simple comfort of warm crescent rolls gets dressed up with a brush of herbed garlic butter and a shower of Parmesan cheese.
<\/a><\/div>Garlic-Chive Baked Fries<\/a>Yes, you do<\/i> want fries with that\u2014especially these crispy, golden fries, full of garlic flavor and just a little bit of heat. \u2014Steve Westphal, Wind Lake, Wisconsin
<\/a><\/div>Butter Steak<\/a>This garlic butter steak recipe is the restaurant-quality steak you've been looking for. The pan-seared steak is deliciously rich and garlicky, and the butter makes it oh, so tender\u2014even if you use a budget cut like top sirloin or flat iron steak.
<\/a><\/div>Creamy Lemon Pasta<\/a>Silky strands of fettuccine tangle in a lemon-garlic sauce in this creamy lemon pasta. Pops of fresh tomato, garlic and parsley add flavor, and a finishing sprinkle of lemon zest shines through the richness of the sauce.
<\/a><\/div>Honey-Garlic Glazed Meatballs<\/a>My husband and I raise cattle on our farm here in southwestern Ontario, so it's no surprise that we're fond of these saucy meatballs. I know your family will like them, too. \u2014Marion Foster, Kirkton, Ontario. If you enjoyed this recipe, then learn how to make honey garlic chicken<\/a>.
<\/a><\/div>Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad<\/a>I enjoy cold pasta salads and rice salads, so I decided to make one with orzo, a rice-shaped pasta. Feel free to add other favorite veggies\u2014like asparagus and green beans\u2014and serve with rolls or pita bread. \u2014Valonda Seward, Coarsegold, California
<\/a><\/div>Garlic Lemon Butter<\/a>This tangy flavored butter offers a nice change from plain butter and gives a refreshing new taste to an ear of corn. When I serve this on the side during fresh corn season, the same question always gets asked\u2014\"What's in the butter that makes it so delicious?\" \u2014Margie Wampler, Butler, Pennsylvania
Garlic Lemon Shrimp<\/a><\/h2>\r\nYou'll be amazed that you can make this simple, elegant pasta in mere minutes. Serve with crusty bread to soak up all of the garlic lemon sauce. \u2014Athena Russell, Greenville, South Carolina\r\n
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Chicken & Garlic with Fresh Herbs<\/a><\/h2>The key to this savory chicken is the combination of garlic, fresh rosemary and thyme. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes or crusty Italian bread. \u2014Jan Valdez, Lombard, Illinois. Looking for variations? Learn how to make creamy garlic chicken<\/a>.
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites<\/a><\/h2>It takes only a few minutes to enhance a simple sirloin steak. This recipe uses not one but two forms of garlic to really make those flavors shine. \u2014Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan
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Pasta and Veggies in Garlic Sauce<\/a><\/h2>Big garlic flavor and a little heat from red pepper flakes help perk up this fresh-tasting pasta dish. It's wonderful with chicken and beef entrees. \u2014Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina
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Garlic Parmesan Wings<\/a><\/h2>Take a bite out of these perfectly seasoned chicken wings. Golden brown and crispy, the skin is flavored with garlic powder, parmesan cheese and herby parsley. Enhance the flavors by dipping it in a garlic parmesan or sriracha mayo sauce, or stick to the classics like bleu cheese and ranch. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin