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How Long Does Garlic Last? Storage Time and Tips

About 2 months at room temperature.

Garlic keeps for about 2 months at room temperature.

Watercolor illustration of garlic
Typical shelf lifeabout 2 months (60 days)
Where to keep itRoom temperature, cool and dark
CategoryRoots & Tubers

How to store garlic

Keep in a dry, ventilated spot at room temperature, away from moisture that triggers sprouting

Good to know

Raw, it clears your nose with its bite; cooked, it turns sweet and brings tears

What to cook with garlic

Garlic Butter Shrimp

Juicy shrimp sautéed in golden garlic butter — dinner on the table in 10 minutes.

10 min · easy · serves 2

Roasted Broccoli with Garlic

Caramelized broccoli florets with crispy garlic edges — the roasted veggie side that converts skeptics.

25 min · easy · serves 3

Pan-Seared Salmon with Asparagus

Crispy-skinned salmon paired with tender asparagus — an elegant yet effortless weeknight dinner.

20 min · easy · serves 2

Herb-Roasted Chicken Legs

Golden, juicy chicken legs roasted with garlic and herbs — minimal prep, maximum flavor.

50 min · easy · serves 4

Beef Steak with Sautéed Mushrooms

A perfectly seared beef steak crowned with buttery garlic mushrooms — steakhouse vibes at home.

25 min · medium · serves 2

Creamy Tomato Soup

Velvety tomato soup with a touch of cream — cozy, comforting, and ready in 25 minutes.

25 min · easy · serves 2

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