It’s a must try for garlic lovers.
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Like millions of other Americans, I get my groceries atTrader Joes.
But sometimes theres a kickerthe products you fall in love with are seasonal.
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Finallyits back after a 1-year absence!
Heres why I think you shouldnt miss out on this seasonal, limited grocery item.
So, dont wait to pick this up while you still can.
Trader Joe’s
Its located in the refrigerated cheese case at Trader Joes, next to the other spreadable cheese products.
But this isnt your typical garlic and herb cream cheese.
Its made withblackgarlica jot down of aged garlic.
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Like the name suggests, the aged garlic cloves have a brown-black hue.
Aging them also gives the garlic cloves a deeper flavor.
Im a garlic lover, but even I was shocked by how strong the garlic flavor is.
Then I checked the ingredientsit contains fermented black garlic, dried garlic,andgarlic powder.
Thats three forms of garlic!
But Im not complaining.
If anything, Im impressed.
So often, garlic-flavored products have just a hint of the spice, but not this one.
If you belong to the needs more garlic camp, I think youll approve.
And my garlic-loving husband (who ate more of this than I did) agrees.
Garlic flavor aside, a big selling point of this spread is itsumami flavor.
Umami is the fifth basic taste, and its Japanese for delicious savory taste.
Its mainly associated with meaty, brothy foods but can also be found inmushroomsandmiso.
Though garlic is thought to be a pungent, savory spice, aging it brings out its natural sweetness.
Plus, since the black garlic isfermented, it has a tanginess to it too.
But its not just acondimentfor yourbreakfast.
you’re able to use this insnacks, lunches, and dinners.
Heres how:
Final verdict?
I wouldand willrepurchase the Black Garlic Cream Cheese Spread.
