Roasted Garlic & Honey Immunity Tonic (Food Recipe)
A flavorful kitchen recipe—not a medical treatment
Description
This roasted garlic & honey tonic is a simple, natural kitchen preparation made by blending soft roasted garlic with raw honey. It’s commonly used as a food tonic for its warm flavor and natural antioxidant properties. You can spread it on toast, mix it into tea, or enjoy it as a sweet-savory condiment.
Ingredients
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2 whole garlic bulbs
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½ cup raw honey
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1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Slice the top off each garlic bulb to expose the cloves.
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Drizzle with olive oil and a pinch of salt.
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Wrap each bulb in foil and roast for 35–40 minutes until soft and golden.
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Let cool, then squeeze the roasted garlic out of the skins into a bowl.
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Mash the garlic until smooth.
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Add honey (and lemon juice if desired), stirring until fully combined.
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Store in a clean jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Servings
Makes 1 jar (about 10 servings).
Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)
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Calories: 55
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Carbs: 12 g
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Fat: 1 g
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Protein: 0.5 g
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Fiber: 0.3 g
(Values are approximate and vary based on specific ingredients.)
Benefits (Food-Based, Not Medical Claims)
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Garlic contains antioxidants that support general health.
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Honey provides natural sweetness and antimicrobial properties in lab settings.
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Roasting garlic makes it sweeter, easier to digest, and great for cooking.
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Can be used as a flavorful addition to savory dishes, sauces, soups, and teas.
Q & A
Q: Can this cure infections or diseases?
A: No. Garlic and honey may have natural antimicrobial properties in laboratory settings, but this mixture is not a treatment or cure for infections, illnesses, or cancer.
Q: How should I use it?
Spread it on toast, mix into warm (not hot) tea, drizzle on roasted vegetables, or use as a condiment.
Q: Can I eat it raw instead of roasted?
Yes. Raw garlic is stronger in flavor and more pungent—some people prefer the milder roasted version.
Q: How long can I store it?
Up to 2 weeks refrigerated in a sealed jar.