Garlic is wonderful stuff! It's rumored to have a mild antibiotic affect, and also keeps away vampires (or is it werewolves?) All I know is that we've never had a vampire or werewolf sit down at our dinner table, so I guess it works ;>)
In addition to being the main flavoring in a lot of Italian dishes, there are some sauces and etc. you can make quickly to add a bit of oomph to something that might otherwise be a little dull.
Add a couple of minced cloves of Garlic to a cup of homemade (or good brand-name) mayonnaise, and you have Aioli sauce, which is great for roasted meats, or as sandwich spread. Add a half capful of Mrs Dash traditional, and you've got a quick salad dressing.
For a showy garnish for roasted meat, or a sliced tomato and cucumber salad, try whipping some heavy cream, adding a minced garlic clove, and salt& pepper to taste.
A half teaspoon of garlic powder in a cup of chicken bouillon or canned chicken soup is comforting when you have a cold.
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