McCormick Garlic Powder is always made from fresh, whole garlic cloves that have been dried and ground. It brings smooth, balanced warmth and complexity to savory dishes like soups, stews, stir-fries, rubs, sauces and marinades. Garlic powder makes it easy to bring garlic’s rich essence to any recipe. Its flavor is mellower and deeper than raw garlic, yet equally robust. Powdered garlic disperses completely and evenly into your dishes. Garlic is an essential seasoning in so many cuisines, including Italian, Greek, Chinese, Korean and Mexican. Any dish with ground beef ̶ meatballs, meatloaf, chili, burgers, and tacos ̶ is a great candidate for garlic powder. Use 1/4 tsp. garlic powder in place of 1 clove of fresh garlic.