Garlic is one of those ingredients that I can’t imagine my kitchen or my meals without. That little bulb holds a world of flavor, which has made it a staple in cuisines across the globe for centuries.

Can you help me to determine what is meant by “cloves of garlic” as a measurement? For example, so many recipes call for amounts along the lines of “2 cloves of garlic, minced” or “3 cloves of garlic, ...