Garlic Press

[shannone]

I use garlic in my recipes a lot and was wondering if anyone has ever used a garlic press? I am thinking about getting one, but I dont want to waste my money if it dosent really work.

 

[muslgrl]

My husband puts garlic in everything too. A couple of years ao i bought him a garlic press for X-mas and he loves it says it was the best kithchen tol he has ever had

 

[spiceplace]

I've never had any luck with one. U've had them break and clog up. When I use fresh garlic, I peel the cloves by squishing them with the flat side of a knive, and chop them up fine. Or I use store bought chopped garlic in a jar, which is easier to use and seems to me to have a stronger garlic flavor them my fresh chopped garlic. I'm just thinking now that a small food processor would mince garlic up quite well.

Muslgrl: What kind of garlic press did you get? Do the little holes clog?

 

[muslgrl]

You have to buy an expensive onr for it not to break. I got mine at Williams Sonoma paid about $20.00 for it. To clean the holes I use a little brush. a tooth brush would work well.

 

[Mama Mangia]

My garlic press is a nice addition to my drawer - that's about it. I'd rather minced myself - less frustrating.

 

[shannone]

I usually peel the garlic and then smash it with the flat side of a knife, but it is so time consuming. I think I get one and see how it works for me. I have bought garlic in the jar before and that stuff is great to use.

 

[phoenyxstarr]

My mom has a garlic press, and I've used it before. It is easier than mincing the garlic yourself. I don't think she ever had a problem with the holes clogging up except when someone didn't do the dishes like they were supposed to... Even then, all she had to do was let it soak for a little while, then use a small brush to get it clean.

 

[cookforkids]

garlic press

I use a Pampered Chef Garlic Press. I love it! Did you know they are also great for decorating cookies? You put the frosting in it and push and it comes out like playdough hair!!!

 

[goodshyqtgurl]

I need to go buy me a garlic press... good idea folks!!!

 

[Jafo232]

I just mince it. The garlic in a jar always seems weaker to me.. I never use it.

 

[Mama Mangia]

I tried the jarred stuff once - never again - didn't like it at all!!

 

[KYHeirloomer]

Although I'm somewhat of a gadget freak I see no need for a garlic press at all.

It doesn't take much time to prep garlic. And a press limits your options, because it can make a difference, in a recipe, whether the garlic is sliced, minced, or crushed.

As to the stuff in the jar, what's the point? You're paying a premium so that somebody else can peel your garlic. Not worth it to me; especially as the stuff in jars doesn't have a fresh-garlic flavor.

 

[Jafo232]

With that being said, I will from time to time buy the stuff in the plastic jar that is peeled and that you have to refrigerate, especially when I know I have a "40 cloves of garlic" recipe coming up. I never buy the minced garlic though..