This recipe for roasted garlic transforms pungent raw cloves into a sweet, mellow delicacy with a rich, nutty flavor. Sure to enhace any dish its added to.
Place the bottom of the garlic bulbs in a small sheet of aluminum foil and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Wrap the foil tightly to make a ball. Place on a small baking pan. Bake for 1 hour or until the garlic is light brown and soft.
To use, squeeze out garlic and chop or spread.
Notes
Roasted garlic is a great addition to many different dishes including soup, savory egg, bread and butter and stir fries. Roasted garlic can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.