Spoiler: Don’t keep it next to the stove.

But lets be honest:Garlic is thesolenon-negotiable ingredient(at least in my household).

With this dedication comes education.

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Indeed, proper storage is crucial to ensuring that your garlic realizes its full flavor-packed potential.

How long does garlic last?

And if youve already chopped the garlic, plan on using the ingredient in the next 24 hours.

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He then suggestsbraiding itusing twine or string, if you want to go above and beyond.

Not only will it look nicer, but the braiding will lengthen its shelf-life.

A simple glass jar should do the trick.

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Once youve starting mincing garlic, store it in olive oil, he says.

This trick works because it maintains the garlics moisture, and consequently, its taste.

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