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Years ago independent filmmaker Les Blank made a movie called Garlic Is as Good as Ten Mothers. If you agree, you should try this confit. Slather it on sourdough baguettes or use it any time a recipe calls for cooked garlic. And don’t forget to use the leftover garlic-infused oil. If you have a large garlic crop or make a trip to the farmers’ market, you can package this up in gift jars for friends as well as for yourself.

8 ounces garlic cloves, peeled

2 cups olive oil

sterilized jars with lids that seal

In a medium saucepan, bring the garlic and oil to simmer and cook over low heat for 25 to 30 minutes or until garlic is very tender. Cool and pack into containers. Store in refrigerator and use within two weeks. Makes 2 pounds.