How To Peel A Head Of Garlic In Less Than 10 Seconds

Peeling garlic can be an annoying task. In this video, Todd Coleman, Saveur executive food editor and test kitchen dweller, shows you how to do it in a speedy and efficient manner with an unexpected positive effect: all that smashing and shaking might just relieve you of the day's frustrations. (Note: if you're leery of crushing the garlic with your hand, you can use a mallet or the bottom of a heavy pan instead.)