Garlic, the powerhouse ingredient beloved across cuisines, takes center stage in this extensive collection of recipes. Whether it’s the sharp, unmistakable punch of raw garlic or the sweet, mellow notes of its roasted counterpart, garlic adds a depth of flavor that can transform the simplest ingredients into mouth-watering dishes. This compilation is a celebration of garlic in all forms, providing garlic enthusiasts with a plethora of options to satisfy their cravings.
From appetizers and sauces to main dishes, each recipe in this collection maximizes the aromatic allure of garlic. As you delve into these 56 recipes, you’ll discover new ways to amplify your dishes with subtle and bold garlic-infused twists. Get ready to peel, chop, and roast your way through a variety of dishes that promise to delight garlic lovers everywhere.
Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet
A 20-minute, one pan dinner featuring garlic chicken bites, mushrooms, onions and red peppers with fresh herbs.
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Farfalle and Meat Sauce
A classic Italian dish, this recipe pairs farfalle pasta with a hearty meat sauce. It’s a simple yet satisfying meal that’s perfect for a family dinner.
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Spaghetti and Meat Sauce
A classic spaghetti and meat sauce recipe, ideal for those who love traditional Italian pasta dishes. It’s a great choice for a family meal or a comforting dinner.
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Traeger Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
A comforting side dish, these mashed potatoes are enhanced with roasted garlic, cooked on a Traeger for added depth.
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Air Fryer Ham With Garlic Herb Butter
A convenient method for cooking ham in an air fryer, resulting in a juicy and flavorful dish. It’s great for a quick and easy meal, especially during the holidays or for family gatherings.
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Smoked Garlic Pig Shots
A creative appetizer that combines smoky flavors with the richness of garlic, these pig shots are a unique and flavorful snack.
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Grilled Spicy Chili Garlic Chicken Thighs
A fiery and flavorful dish, these grilled chicken thighs are marinated in a spicy chili garlic sauce, ideal for those who love a bit of heat with their grilled poultry.
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Traeger Smoked Garlic Goat Cheese
A flavorful and creamy appetizer, this smoked garlic goat cheese is a sophisticated addition to any gathering.
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Chipotle Garlic Pressure Cooker Shredded Beef
A flavorful and easy-to-make shredded beef recipe prepared in a pressure cooker with chipotle and garlic. It’s great for tacos, sandwiches, or as a main dish.
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Smoked Garlic Butter
A flavorful compound butter made with smoked garlic, perfect for adding a rich, smoky flavor to bread, vegetables, or meats.
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Roasted Garlic & Red Skin Potato Salad
A flavorful potato salad featuring roasted garlic, perfect for picnics or as a side dish for barbecues and gatherings.
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Crock Pot Chicken, Quinoa & Roasted Garlic Soup
A hearty and nutritious soup, this recipe features chicken, quinoa, and roasted garlic. Cooked in a crock pot, it’s a convenient and comforting meal option.
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Garlic Butter Prime Rib
A luxurious and flavorful prime rib recipe, seasoned with garlic butter for a rich and savory taste. This dish is ideal for special occasions or a decadent family dinner.
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Vegetable Yakisoba
A quick and healthy vegetable yakisoba recipe, perfect for a vegetarian meal or for those looking to include more veggies in their diet.
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Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce
A rich and flavorful sauce, this roasted garlic cream sauce is perfect for pasta, meats, or vegetables. It’s ideal for those who enjoy a creamy, garlicky accompaniment to their meals.
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Traeger Garlic Gruyere Potato Gratin
A rich and indulgent side dish, this potato gratin combines garlic and Gruyère cheese, baked to a creamy and crispy perfection, ideal for elevating any meal.
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Roasted Garlic Butter Swim Biscuits
A savory and indulgent biscuit recipe featuring the rich flavors of roasted garlic and butter. These biscuits are perfect for a comforting side dish or a decadent addition to a meal.
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Shrimp Marinara
A simple and flavorful shrimp marinara dish, combining succulent shrimp with a rich tomato sauce, ideal for a quick and satisfying pasta meal.
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Garlic Sautéed Mushrooms
A simple and flavorful side dish featuring mushrooms sautéed with garlic. These mushrooms are perfect for enhancing any meal or as a delicious appetizer.
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Traeger Smoked Garlic
A simple way to enhance garlic’s flavor, smoked garlic can be used in a variety of dishes to add a rich, smoky taste.
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Garlic Dill Smoked Salmon
A smoked salmon recipe featuring the classic combination of garlic and dill, providing a fresh and flavorful twist to smoked fish.
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Traeger Spinach Artichoke Dip
A smoked version of the beloved spinach artichoke dip, prepared in a Traeger grill. This recipe adds a smoky depth to the creamy and cheesy flavors, making it a standout appetizer for gatherings.
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Traeger Jambalaya Recipe
A smoked version of the classic Creole dish, this jambalaya recipe infuses traditional flavors with a smoky depth, perfect for a hearty and flavorful meal.
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Traeger Grilled Crab Legs
A straightforward and delicious way to prepare crab legs, grilled to enhance their flavor. It’s a great option for a seafood feast.
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Traeger Honey Garlic Salmon
A sweet and savory salmon dish combining honey and garlic flavors, cooked on a Traeger grill to add a subtle smoky note. It’s a delightful way to enjoy salmon.
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Traeger Smoked Garlic Confit
A versatile and flavorful condiment, this smoked garlic confit can enhance a wide range of dishes with its rich, smoky taste.
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Roasted Garlic & Lemon Dressing
A versatile and flavorful dressing, this recipe combines the depth of roasted garlic with the freshness of lemon. It’s perfect for dressing salads or as a marinade for meats and vegetables.
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Blackstone Steak Bites
Bite-sized steak pieces cooked to perfection, a versatile dish that can serve as a main course or a savory appetizer.
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Traeger Clams
Clams cooked on a Traeger for a smoky flavor, offering a delightful seafood dish that’s great for an appetizer or a main course.
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Traeger Grilled Garlic Bread
Grilling garlic bread on a Traeger imparts a smoky flavor that elevates this classic side dish. It’s perfect for pairing with a variety of main courses, especially for those who appreciate a hint of smokiness in their bread.
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Mashed Rutabaga with Garlic Herb Butter
Mashed rutabaga is a simple side dish that makes a great lower-carb alternative to mashed potatoes. This creamy, hearty and inexpensive root vegetable is paired with a garlic herb butter for extra flavor.
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Bison Bolognese
Offering a unique take on the traditional Bolognese, this recipe uses bison meat for a leaner, yet flavorful alternative. It’s a great choice for those looking to explore different types of meat in classic dishes.
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Over The Top Spaghetti
Over The Top Spaghetti transforms traditional pasta by cooking meat directly above it, enriching the sauce with savory juices for a richer taste.
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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
There’s no need for takeout when you can make this honey garlic chicken at home right in the slow cooker. With a sticky, sweet, addicting sauce (that’s way healthier than the Chinese takeout joint) and pieces of pineapple throughout, this EASY recipe will become a family favorite.
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Traeger Cheddar Garlic Butter Swim Biscuits
These biscuits are a cheesy, garlicky delight, cooked in a pool of butter for an extra indulgent touch. They’re a great side for any meal or a delicious treat on their own.
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Grilled Garlic Butter Biscuits
These biscuits combine the rich flavors of garlic butter with the unique texture achieved by grilling. Ideal for those who enjoy a savory, buttery side dish with a hint of smokiness from the grill.
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Grilled Butterflied Chicken Legs with Spicy Chili Garlic Glaze
These chicken legs are enhanced with a spicy chili garlic glaze, offering a balance of heat and flavor. The grilling process adds a nice char and smokiness, making them a great main dish.
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Traeger Garlic Bread Sticks
These Garlic Bread Sticks are soft, garlicky, and perfect for pairing with any meal. Grilled on a pellet grill for a unique flavor, they’re a must-try for garlic lovers. The recipe focuses on achieving a pizzeria-like texture and is detailed with tips for perfect execution
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Roasted Garlic Greek Yogurt Smashed Potatoes
These roasted garlic Greek yogurt smashed potatoes are decadent and healthy all at once.
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Garlic Parmesan Smoked Wings
These wings offer a smoky, cheesy, and garlicky flavor, perfect for those who love a rich and savory twist on classic smoked wings.
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Garlic Herb Compound Butter
This compound butter blends garlic and herbs to create a versatile and aromatic addition to a variety of dishes, perfect for enhancing flavor in meats or vegetables.
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Cheesy Artichoke Dip
This creamy and cheesy artichoke dip is a perfect appetizer for parties or gatherings. It’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs well with bread, crackers, or veggies.
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Traeger Creamy Chicken Pasta
This creamy chicken pasta recipe, cooked on a Traeger grill, adds a smoky flavor to a rich and comforting dish. It’s great for a satisfying meal that combines the best of pasta and grilled chicken.
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Lemon Garlic Herb Tahini Dressing
This garlic lemon herb tahini dressing is creamy, herb forward and easy to whip up boasting multiple uses from salads to vegetables to meats!
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Traeger Tomato Soup (from scratch)
This homemade tomato soup recipe gets a smoky makeover, offering a comforting and flavorful dish, especially when paired with a grilled cheese sandwich.
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Honey Blueberry Whipped Goat Cheese
This incredible whipped goat cheese features blueberries, honey, and a touch of spice! I love spreading this on crackers or crusty bread. It makes an incredible holiday appetizer!
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Filet Mignon with Whiskey Garlic Shrimp Sauce [Surf & Turf]
This luxurious recipe combines tender filet mignon with a flavorful garlic shrimp sauce. It’s an elegant dish suitable for a special occasion or a gourmet dinner at home.
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Hamburger Gravy with Garlic Chive Noodles
This recipe offers a comforting, hearty dish combining rich hamburger gravy with garlic chive noodles. It’s a fulfilling meal that blends the savory flavors of the gravy with the aromatic garlic and chives in the noodles. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it’s a great option for those who appreciate a robust, home-style meal.
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Tortellini Soup with Italian Sausage
This recipe offers a robust flavor by mixing tortellini with Italian sausage. It’s a perfect blend of Italian cuisine in a soup form, providing a warm and inviting dish for chilly evenings or family gatherings.
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Pellet Grill Lingcod with Wine and Garlic
This recipe pairs the mild flavor of lingcod with a fragrant wine and garlic sauce, cooked on a pellet grill for a smoky nuance. It’s a flavorful and elegant seafood dish.
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Traeger Bloody Mary Mix
This recipe takes the Bloody Mary to a new level by incorporating smoked ingredients. The mix is perfect for those who enjoy a smoky twist on their cocktails.
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Oven-Roasted Creamy Tomato Soup
This recipe transforms classic tomato soup by incorporating oven-roasted tomatoes, enhancing the flavor profile with a deeper, more concentrated taste. The creaminess of the soup provides a comforting texture, ideal for pairing with a grilled cheese sandwich or enjoyed on its own.
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Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip
This roasted garlic white bean dip has a secret ingredient: cottage cheese! It lends a super creamy texture and healthy protein boost to each bite.
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Traeger Garlic Butter Mushrooms
This side dish features mushrooms basted in a rich garlic butter sauce, smoked to perfection. It’s a simple yet delicious accompaniment to any main course.
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Garlic Pizza Bread
When two classic comfort foods like garlic bread and pizza combine, the result is one of the most crave-worthy dinners imaginable. This garlic bread pizza with pepperoni is the ultimate Friday night meal or quick weeknight dinner. It costs pennies compared to ordering out and couldn’t be easier to make.
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