Persian Sugar-Pickled Garlic

Ingredients

• 4 heads garlic
• 2 cups red wine vinegar
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 6 whole cloves
• 2 tablespoons black peppercorns

Instructions

1. Separate garlic cloves, but do not peel.
2. Place all ingredients in a large heavy bottom saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook for 10 minutes, stirring from time to time.
3. Reduce heat to moderate and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Cool to room temperature.
5. Transfer to a large glass or ceramic jar large enough to hold garlic and the liquid. Tightly seal.
6. Refrigerate for at least 1 month before serving.