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Vegetables
How long does garlic last?
Pungent allium bulb in cloves.
Quick answer
Pantry (room temp)
6 months
Cool dry pantry, mesh basket
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Signs garlic has gone bad
- •Soft cloves
- •Brown spots inside
- •Sprouting (still usable, milder flavor)
- •Mold
Storage tips
- ✓Don't refrigerate whole heads
- ✓Sprouted garlic safe — green sprouts taste bitter
- ✓Peeled garlic: fridge 1 week
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Disclaimer: Times shown are USDA/FDA-recommended best quality periods, not absolute safety guarantees. Storage conditions, packaging, and food handling all affect actual shelf life. When in doubt, throw it out.