My dad chops garlic, puts it in a jar and covers it with olive oil. He eats it by the spoonful and never smells like garlic but I understand that smell can be a problem. I was also told not to put olive oil on garlic but not sure why. Dad has not had a problem. He is 83 and plans to be here another 10 years. They told me Sunday that they buy the pickled garlic too and are looking for a good recipe to make their own.