Roasted Garlic Cloves Spread (Printable)
Sweet, caramelized garlic cloves with a buttery flavor for spreading or adding depth to dishes.
# Ingredient List:
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01 - 1 whole head of garlic
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02 - 1 to 2 teaspoons olive oil
03 - Pinch of sea salt
04 - Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Set the oven temperature to 400°F.
02 - Remove loose outer papery layers from the garlic head, keeping cloves intact.
03 - Slice approximately 1/4 inch from the top of the garlic head to reveal the tops of the cloves.
04 - Place the garlic head cut side up on aluminum foil or in a small baking dish.
05 - Drizzle olive oil evenly over the exposed cloves, then sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper if using.
06 - Loosely wrap the garlic head in foil or cover the baking dish; roast in the oven for 35 to 40 minutes until cloves are soft and golden.
07 - Allow the garlic to cool slightly, then extract the roasted cloves by squeezing. Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container up to one week.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Discover the secret to mellow, caramelized garlic that lifts any dish effortlessly
- This easy roasting process turns a humble ingredient into a flavor-packed spread or sauce enhancer
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- Don’t skip cutting off the garlic top—that’s how the oil and heat get in to soften the cloves perfectly
- Wrapping the garlic loosely is key; too tight and it steams instead of roasting, which changes the texture and flavor
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- Use a sharp knife to cleanly cut the garlic top for even roasting
- Don’t rush cooling; the cloves become easier to squeeze when slightly cooled but still warm