Our grandparents were aware of the value of recycling in the house and gave leftover food new use. Garlic peels are one such gem, with unexpected use beyond just seasoning food.
Culinary mainstays like garlic and onions provide unique flavors to a wide variety of dishes. However, our grandparents had a frugal tip up their sleeves that they used after adding garlic to a meal, rather than discarding the skins.
Garlic peels may be cleverly and inexpensively utilized instead of being wasted. This grandmother’s knowledge of gardening includes a simple yet efficient method for protecting plants.
Garlic has antifungal and antiparasitic qualities that may be used by making a DIY infusion. Here’s how to do it:
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