On Thu, 19 Dec 2013 07:42:41 -0500, "Gus" >
wrote:

> or cutting of the the root end then smashing
> with something or laying a large knife flat over it and hitting it with
> your hand.

That's the method that works for me. I don't need my garlic in
perfect little slices or tiny dice; I want it smashed, smushed and
mushed so it's evenly distributed throughout the dish.

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