Found in the form of bulbs, garlic cloves have been praised by many cultures around the world. It has been used in many ways for thousands of years, from being a holistic health remedy to a natural aphrodisiac. What is a fairly recent development– only in recent centuries– that the herb (garlic is, botanically speaking, a vegetable but is typically used as an herb) has been utilized for its one-of-a-kind taste. And while it may take you some time to separate the garlic clove, then peel and mince it, the quick and easy solution is already here: Venetian Style Granulated Garlic. Get ready to say goodbye to tedious prep work and say hello to your new favorite ingredient!

Made from pure garlic cloves, Flora’s take on garlic powder is the most flavorful on the market, largely because it contains absolutely zero fillers. To create it, first peeled garlic cloves are dried in the oven, which helps them maintain their rich flavor. Next, the dried cloves are ground to a sand-like consistency. Once the process is done, it’s ready to be packaged and sent to your local grocery. 

All in all, it’s a  simple production process to match its simply terrific flavor.

Outside of its exceptional taste, Venetian Style Granulated Garlic boasts a vast amount of health benefits. It contains a moderate amount of phosphorus, one of the most important minerals in the human body. The mineral helps to promote healthy kidney function to cleanse your body of toxins and provides a natural source of energy, important for waking up your body as well as your taste buds.  And since it’s low in calories—almost none—as well as super-low in fat, sugar, sodium and carbohydrates, it’s a great substitute for those looking to avoid salt or other ingredients added for flavor which may be less healthful.  

The versatility of granulated garlic is nearly endless. Unlike some other herbs, Venetian Style Granulated Garlic can be used to season any dish— including, but certainly not limited to poultry, beef, pork, fish and vegetable dishes. Sprinkle it generously and enjoy your meal in ways you couldn’t imagine. Or, instead of using it as a garnish, include it in your soups and casseroles as you are cooking to bring out even more of that powerful flavor. 

Those who love it know:  there’s (almost) no such thing as too much garlic!

Looking for inspiration? Try creating an easy & authentic Italian pesto by combining basil leaves, pine nuts and, of course, Venetian Style Granulated Garlic and mashing them together to form a thick but smooth paste. Afterward, add grated parmesan cheese and slowly pour in enough olive oil until it reaches your desired texture. Pair your fresh pesto with pasta dishes, sandwiches, salads and more! If you’d like to thin out your pesto, simply add water before plating and serving your sure-to-be-delicious meal. Or freeze after preparing the pesto to make future home-cooked meals in a pinch.

Visit your local grocery store today and look for Flora’s Venetian Style Granulated Garlic, or simply buy online.  Adding the magic ingredient is sure to make your guests wonder how you brought the flavors of the Italian countryside into your home— but don’t worry, we won’t tell.