How to Make Garlic and Clove Infused Oil at Home

This easy recipe uses everyday ingredients for a topical oil many incorporate into their routines.
Ingredients:
- 5 fresh garlic cloves
- 10 whole cloves (the spice)
- ½ cup (about 120 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
- A clean glass jar with a tight lid
Step-by-Step Preparation:
- Peel the garlic cloves and lightly crush them to activate compounds like allicin.
- Place the crushed garlic and whole cloves into the jar.
- Pour the olive oil over them until fully covered.
- Seal the jar and store in a dark, cool cupboard for 7 days, shaking gently each day.
- After a week, strain through cheesecloth into a dark bottle for storage.
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