The newest innovation to my pickle recipe is an OVERWHELMING SUCCESS!!! Garlic flavor was there, but not enough to take over the balance, and the extra turmeric simply added a touch more color and 'earthiness'. Besides, turmeric is GOOD for you: SO - unless and until I get any complaints, the garlic and doubling of the turmeric stays - well, 'til the next time I make another successful 'goof'?!?!