Description
This roasted garlic recipe is simple and transforms the intense flavor of garlic into a sweet, buttery spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large garlic bulbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Fresh herbs (optional), e.g., thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the tops off the garlic bulbs to expose the cloves.
- Place the bulbs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper; add herbs if desired.
- Roast for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and soft.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; enjoy spread on bread or mixed into dishes.
Notes
- Roasted garlic can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Use it in pasta, mashed potatoes, or on crostini for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bulb
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg