How should garlic be stored and how long will it last?

Garlic should keep for a few weeks on your kitchen countertop.  If you wish to get maximum storage keep it in a cool, subdued light, dry setting with air.  An open box in a basement–great; a plastic bag in the back of the fridge– the worst. Remember though the hardneck varieties (our favorites) don’t last as long as softnecks: 3-6 months vs. 7-9+ months and the count begins in September. One other bit of advice: use the larger bulbs first as the smaller ones seem to store longer.

Whats a good way to peel garlic?

A really slick way we just learned about from a BWF garlic fan is to put the cloves in a steel bowl, put another steel bowl upside down on the so the rims match and then shake shake shake.  A few moments later POOF! Your garlic is ready to go.  A garlic press is also a good option.  You can leave the skin on, or not, load it up and with one good squeeze your fresh minced garlic awaits.

How can I contact you?

Send me an email: bruce@backwaterfarm.com