Sweet & Savory Italian Garlic Gold: A Luscious Jam
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A surprising, sweet, and tangy spread that puts garlic in the spotlight!
Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare the Garlic
Place the peeled garlic cloves in a small saucepan. Cover them with cold water and bring to a boil. Blanch for 2 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water. Repeat this blanching process two more times (for a total of 3 blanchings). This mellows the garlic's pungency.
Combine Ingredients
In the same saucepan, combine the blanched garlic cloves, granulated sugar, white wine vinegar, and 1/2 cup of fresh water. Add the salt and red pepper flakes (if using.)
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for about 45-60 minutes, or until the liquid has thickened into a syrupy consistency and the garlic cloves are very tender and translucent. Stir more frequently towards the end to prevent sticking.
Blend (Optional)
For a smoother jam, carefully transfer the mixture to a food processor or use an immersion blender to pulse until desired consistency is reached. For a chunkier jam, mash some of the garlic cloves with a fork directly in the saucepan.
Cool and Store
Let the garlic jam cool completely. As it cools, it will thicken further. Transfer to sterilized jars. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks.
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