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Store garlic safely in 6 steps

Keep whole cured garlic cool and ventilated; never hold homemade garlic-in-oil mixtures at room temperature.

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Oregon State University Extension

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Oregon State University Extension distinguishes ventilated storage of dry garlic bulbs from garlic-in-oil mixtures, which require strict cold handling to prevent botulism.

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1. Select dry-skinned, undamaged whole garlic and remove bulbs with soft rot or visible mold.
2. Store whole cured bulbs in a mesh bag or breathable basket with good air circulation.
3. Keep them cool and not overly humid, away from freezing or hot storage areas.
4. Separate peeled or minced garlic from whole bulbs, label preparation dates and use promptly.
5. Never leave homemade garlic-in-oil at room temperature; OSU Extension advises freezing garlic-and-oil preparations immediately.
6. Discard garlic showing mold, discoloration or spoilage rather than taste-testing it, and keep hands and utensils clean.

Official source: Store garlic safely in 6 steps

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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