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Can Homemade Garlic Infused Oil Cause Botulism?

Can Homemade Garlic Infused Oil Cause Botulism?

Picture this: you just whipped up a batch of garlic-infused olive oil. You’ve dropped a few fresh cloves into a pretty glass bottle, topped it off with extra-virgin, and set it on the counter. It looks like a million bucks. Then, a few days later, you pop the cork and see tiny bubbles rising. Maybe you even hear a faint fizz. Your heart sinks. You remember that Reddit thread about botulism. Should you toss it? Yes. Yes, you should. And I’m going to tell you exactly why, and more importantly, how to make safe garlic oil that won’t put you in the hospital.

How Can I Make My Budget Kitchen Cabinets Last Longer

How Can I Make My Budget Kitchen Cabinets Last Longer

We’ve all been there. The one cabinet door that just won’t close flush, no matter how many times you push it. The peeling edge near the sink that snags your sweater. It’s the slow, steady decline of budget-friendly kitchen cabinets in a home that’s actually lived in. Before you start pricing out a multi-thousand-dollar remodel you can’t afford, let’s talk shop.