9. Cauliflower soup with toasted garlic
You will need:
3 cloves of sliced garlic
2 tbsp. of olive oil
1 small head of cauliflower, chopped
5 cups of low sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp. of freshly chopped thyme leaves
Kosher salt and black pepper for taste
How to:
Cook garlic in heated oil over medium heat. Stir it for about two to three minutes until it turns golden brown and starts to give off its aroma. Once done, remove and reserve the garlic.
Add cauliflower, broth, thyme, one teaspoon salt and one-fourth teaspoon black pepper in the pot. Let it all simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes or until the cauliflower turns tender.
Pour the mix into a blender and puree it to a smooth consistency.
Now top with the roasted garlic and also add a drizzle of oil. Garnish with additional thyme just before serving.
10. Garlic snow peas stir fry
You will need:
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups snow peas, trimmed
½ tbsp. cooking oil
1 tsp. sesame oil
Toasted sesame seeds (for garnishing)
Pinch of salt
How to:
Boil water in a medium-sized pot, and add cooking oil, a pinch of salt, and snow peas. Cook for one minute and drain the water.
Fry minced garlic in a wok and add boiled snow peas with salt and sesame oil. Stir fry and transfer immediately.
Top it with toasted sesame seeds before serving.