Garlic Confit

Name: Garlic Confit
Ingredients: 2 garlic bulbs, stemmed and peeled (about 28 cloves); 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 cup good-quality olive oil; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 stems of fresh thyme, or 1 sprig of fresh rosemary

6 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

2 garlic bulbs, stemmed and peeled (about 28 cloves)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup good-quality olive oil
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 stems of fresh thyme, or 1 sprig of fresh rosemary

Directions

1

Place the garlic cloves, wine, 1/4 cup water, and olive oil in a small skillet and season with a pinch of salt and a grind of black pepper.
2

Add the herbs, tucking them into the liquid to moisten, and bring to a simmer over low heat.
3

Simmer until the water and wine have evaporated and the cloves have softened and turned a deep golden color, 30-40 minutes.
4

When its done to your liking, drain the garlic, reserving the oil.
5

If not using right away, pour into a jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.