PEELING GARLIC

To peel a clove of garlic quickly, place the garlic on a flat surface.

Place the flat side of a knife on top of the clove of garlic.

Press down on the knife firmly, squashing the garlic between the board and the knife.

Lift the knife and the skin slides off, and the garlic is ready for mincing.

If you need the cloves whole, instead of pressing hard on the knife, apply gentle pressure and roll slightly.