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Homemade Tahini

Homemade Tahini

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread sesame seeds on a rimmed baking sheet.
  2. 2 Bake in the preheated oven, shaking the baking sheet frequently, until seeds are lightly toasted, 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool, about 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Pour cooled seeds and 1 1/2 cups olive oil into a food processor. Blend until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Add more oil and blend until a thick yet pourable consistency is reached.

By SFChef

Easy Homemade Tahini

Easy Homemade Tahini

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread sesame seeds onto a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until seeds are fragrant, stirring every few minutes, 10 to 12 minutes.
  4. 4 Transfer toasted seeds to a blender and add olive oil. Blend until completely smooth, adding additional oil if needed.
  5. 5 Store in a airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one month. Stir well before using.

By Karra Showen

Garlic Confit

Garlic Confit

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut tops off garlic bulbs. Place bulbs on a clean working surface; press down firmly on bulbs with the flat part of a large knife to separate cloves. Remove and discard skins.
  2. 2 Pour oil into a very small pot; add garlic cloves and thyme. Cook over medium heat until bubbles start to form. Reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting, and cook until garlic is soft but not brown, 20 to 25 minutes, depending on the size of the cloves. Let cool to room temperature, 15 to 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Transfer mixture to a sterilized jar, then seal and refrigerate.

By Bren

Instant Pot Roasted Garlic

Instant Pot Roasted Garlic

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place a steamer basket in the bottom of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Add water up to the bottom of the steamer basket.
  2. 2 Cut off top 1/4 inch of garlic head. Place head, cut-side up, into the steamer basket; drizzle with olive oil and season with salt. Close and lock the lid. Select Poultry function according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  3. 3 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Transfer garlic to a plate and let cool until easily handled, about 5 minutes. Squeeze garlic pulp into a glass jar and refrigerate.

By Bren

Rosemary Garlic Infused Olive Oil

Rosemary Garlic Infused Olive Oil

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
10085 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place garlic and dried rosemary sprigs in a glass container with a spout. Pour in olive oil using a funnel. Seal bottle and shake to combine. Refrigerate until flavors infuse, at least 1 week.

By Krystal

Ginger Garlic Paste

Ginger Garlic Paste

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine garlic and ginger in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until blended, adding small amounts of olive oil to facilitate blending until a smooth paste is formed. Transfer to an airtight container; refrigerate or freeze.

By DC Girly Girl

The Best Marinade Around

The Best Marinade Around

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl and pour into a resealable plastic bag.
  2. 2 Add meat, coat with marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

By H Roberts

Yummy Pineapple Beef Steak Marinade

Yummy Pineapple Beef Steak Marinade

4.4

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk Worcestershire sauce, pineapple juice, olive oil, and brown sugar together in a large glass or ceramic bowl.
  2. 2 Add meat of your choice, toss to coat, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours, then cook as desired.

By kelsey

Carne Asada Marinade

Carne Asada Marinade

4.1

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
125 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium bowl, mix extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Place beef into the mixture. Rub mixture into the meat. Cover bowl and allow beef to marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before grilling as desired.

By Allrecipes Member

Slow-Cooked Garlic Confit

Slow-Cooked Garlic Confit

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
90 min
Total
110 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  2. 2 Peel garlic cloves and place into a small 2-cup baking dish or large ramekin. Sprinkle with salt and red pepper flakes. Drizzle with oil, ensuring all cloves are covered. Cover dish with foil.
  3. 3 Bake in the oven until garlic cloves are soft and just starting to brown around the edges, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Do not overcook, as garlic will become bitter.
  4. 4 Transfer garlic cloves to a clean jar. Cover lightly with oil. Seal lid and refrigerate; use within 3 to 5 days.

By France Cevallos

Whole30 Easy Balsamic Vinaigrette

Whole30 Easy Balsamic Vinaigrette

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine olive oil, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a Mason jar or container with a tight-fitting lid; cover tightly with the lid and shake vigorously until thickened, about 2 minutes. Taste dressing and adjust flavor with salt and pepper.

By SheLovesPaleo

Arugula Pesto

Arugula Pesto

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add arugula and cook until bright green, about 30 seconds. Remove arugula to a bowl full of ice water for several minutes until cold. Drain and wring out arugula.
  2. 2 Pulse arugula, olive oil, almonds, and garlic together in a blender, scraping down the sides, until mixture just becomes a coarse puree. Pour puree into a bowl and season with salt.

By John Mitzewich

Chef John's Fresh Tomato Sauce

Chef John's Fresh Tomato Sauce

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and add sliced garlic. Cook and stir for about 30 seconds before adding basil leaves. Sizzle garlic and basil in olive oil until the thinnest slices of garlic just start to turn golden. Quickly transfer in tomatoes. Add salt and pepper flakes (if using) and increase heat to medium-high.
  3. 3 Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture simmers and the tomatoes have completely collapsed and liquefied. Turn off the heat.
  4. 4 Using a strainer or colander, strain the sauce into another pot, pressing everything through with the back of a ladle or spatula, until nothing is left in the colander except the skins and seeds.
  5. 5 Place strained sauce back over medium heat and reduce to about 5 cups, or until desired thickness. Taste for seasoning and use immediately, or store in an airtight container until needed.

By John Mitzewich

Air Fryer Roasted Garlic

Air Fryer Roasted Garlic

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Cut the top off the head of garlic and place on a square piece of aluminum foil. Bring the foil up and around garlic. Pour olive oil on top and season with salt and pepper. Close ends of foil over garlic, creating a pouch.
  3. 3 Air fry until garlic is soft, 16 to 20 minutes. Open the foil pouch very carefully, as hot steam will escape.

By Yoly

Simple Chicken Brine

Simple Chicken Brine

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
250 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Pour warm water into a container that is twice the volume of the water.
  3. 3 Add salt, soy sauce, sugar, and olive oil; stir until sugar and salt have dissolved.
  4. 4 Allow brine to cool to room temperature.

By Jay

Homemade Ramp Mayonnaise

Homemade Ramp Mayonnaise

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine egg yolks and egg in the bowl a food processor; pulse until blended. Slowly pour in light olive oil and extra virgin olive oil, with the processor running, until mixture becomes thick and creamy; add lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and salt.
  2. 2 Transfer mayonnaise to a small bowl; stir in ramps. Transfer mayonnaise to a jar with a lid; cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

By nch

Garlic Butter Sauce II

Garlic Butter Sauce II

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
3 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in small skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir the garlic until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  2. 2 Toss hot cooked pasta (see Cook's Note) with olive oil and garlic mixture. Add the parsley, salt, and ground black pepper to taste. Serve with fresh-grated Parmesan cheese.

By George

Real Aioli

Real Aioli

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place garlic slices in a mortar with kosher salt. Mash with the pestle into a fine paste, 4 or 5 minutes. Mix in lemon juice.
  2. 2 Add a teaspoon of olive oil; stir and mash until oil is incorporated. Add another teaspoon and mix in thoroughly. Continue incorporating olive oil, teaspoon by teaspoon, mashing and stirring until aioli thickens up. If the aioli gets thicker than you like, add a few drops of water.

By John Mitzewich

Instant Pot® Infused Olive Oil

Instant Pot® Infused Olive Oil

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour 3/4 cup olive oil into each jar. Place rosemary in one jar, oregano in another, and crushed red pepper flakes in the third. Screw lids on to seal.
  2. 2 Pour 4 cups water into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and place jars in the water. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 0 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  3. 3 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 3 minutes.
  4. 4 Remove the lid and let jars cool for 30 minutes before handling. Strain oil into bottles and seal.

By Soup Loving Nicole