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Celebrate National Garlic Day with fragrant dishes, flavorful recipes, and the best garlic-inspired products!
Get ready for a flavorful celebration on National Garlic Day, April 19! This day of recognition has been around since the 1990s and honors the powerful little bulb that adds so much flavor to dishes. Garlic has been used in cooking for centuries and was even thought to ward off evil spirits by Ancient Egyptians! It's also believed to have health benefits such as reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels. So, let's celebrate with garlic-filled dishes as we mark this special day.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>4000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Garlic Cultivation Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Humans are believed to have started cultivating garlic in Central Asia over 6000 years ago, spreading to ancient civilizations like Egypt.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spread to America</div><div class='timeline-text'>French, Spanish, and Portuguese colonizers brought garlic to the Americas during the 18th and 19th centuries where it has since become a staple in many dishes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Garlic as Health Supplement</div><div class='timeline-text'>During World War II, soldiers used garlic as a substitute for antibiotics, highlighting its potential health benefits.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gilroy Garlic Festival Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The popular Gilroy Garlic Festival in California, USA started, celebrating all things garlic with food, entertainment, and crafts every summer.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Garlic Day Initiated</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the United States, National Garlic Day is established and first commemorated to celebrate the versatile bulb.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook with garlic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Garlic is a versatile ingredient that can be used in many recipes. Try adding garlic to your favorite dishes or create something new.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Grow garlic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Growing your own garlic is a great way to celebrate National Garlic Day. Pick up some garlic bulbs and get started.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat garlic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head to the store and stock up on garlic. Whether you like it in a dish or raw, there are plenty of ways to enjoy it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make garlic bread</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Garlic bread is an easy and delicious way to celebrate National Garlic Day. Just spread butter onto a baguette, add minced garlic, and bake for about 15 minutes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a garlic party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over and plan a menu focused around garlic dishes. You can also make it a potluck by asking each guest to bring their favorite dish with garlic as the star ingredient.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Garlic adds flavor</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Garlic is a staple of many dishes and it adds an amazing depth of flavor that can't be beat. Whether you're using it in dressings, marinades, or pizzas, garlic will add a complex savory taste that enhances the overall flavor of your dish.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Garlic has health benefits</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Garlic has been used for centuries as a natural remedy to boost your immune system and fight off illnesses like colds and the flu. It also has antibacterial and antioxidant properties which can help to protect your body from damage caused by free radicals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Garlic is easy to use</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the best things about garlic is how simple and easy it is to incorporate into recipes. It's incredibly versatile so you can use it in almost anything - from stir fry to mashed potatoes! Plus, it only takes minutes to prepare so you can have delicious meals without spending too much time in the kitchen.</p></div></div>
National Garlic Day is celebrated on April 19 every year. In 2024 National Garlic Day will occur on a Friday.
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