Thursday, March 10, 2011

For the Love of Garlic


Most people have a love/hate attitude to garlic. There is much evidence of its health benefits, its delectable herbal contribution to cooking, but there is also the fear of its odorous social implications.

Here are several informative articles about the praised and maligned herb:

- What is the history of garlic?
- How do you grow garlic?
- What are the health benefits of eating garlic?
- What are some excellent recipes for garlic?
- Why eat garlic?
- What are some great quotes about garlic?

'Tomatoes and oregano make it Italian; wine and tarragon make it French. Sour cream makes it Russian; lemon and cinnamon make it Greek. Soy sauce makes it Chinese; garlic makes it good.' - Alice May Brock

Submitted to Magpie Tales # 56.