Roasted Garlic
Whole heads of garlic roasted until soft, sweet, and spreadable. Perfect for smearing on bread or stirring into sauces.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 90
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
- 2 whole garlic heads
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off each of the 2 garlic heads to expose the cloves, about 1/4 inch down.
- 2
Place each garlic head on a piece of aluminum foil large enough to wrap it completely. Drizzle each with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a pinch of black pepper.
- 3
Wrap the foil tightly around each garlic head, sealing the edges to create a packet. Place both packets on a baking sheet.
- 4
Roast for 35-40 minutes, until the garlic is very soft and fragrant—squeeze a packet gently; it should yield easily and the cloves should look golden and caramelized.
- 5
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Unwrap carefully to avoid steam, then squeeze the soft roasted cloves out of their skins into a bowl.
- 6
Mash the cloves with a fork if desired, or serve whole. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- baking sheet
- aluminum foil
- knife
- cutting board
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