Pantry time shown is for storage in moderately warm (55°- 60°F) area; at higher room temperatures, storage time will be shorter.
Once the whole garlic bulb is broken, individual cloves will last unpeeled for about 7-10 days at room temperature.
To freeze garlic: (1) Wrap whole, unpeeled bulbs in plastic freezer wrap or aluminum foil, or place in airtight container or freezer bag and remove individual cloves from freezer as needed; or (2) Peel then chop or crush garlic and wrap tightly in plastic freezer wrap or aluminum foil, or place in airtight container or freezer bag.
Freezer time shown is for best quality only — foods kept constantly frozen at 0° F will keep safe indefinitely.
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