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How To Roast Garlic – take almost any dish to the next level with this super simple way to roast garlic.
If you have never tried roasted garlic, then you are missing out. It is a sweeter, more mild way to enjoy garlic than just sautéing it or having it raw in things. So if you think you aren’t a huge fan of garlic, this will change your mind!
Plus it couldn’t be easier to make, so you can always have some in your fridge or freezer waiting for you.
Roasting garlic almost turns it into something else entirely. It has a much more gentle, mellow flavor that is just magical. I shouldn’t be too surprised, roasting pretty much any vegetable makes them so much better; Roasted Asparagus is probably my all time favorite. So why wouldn’t roasting garlic make it even better?
What Do You Need
- Garlic
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Aluminum Foil
It really couldn’t be easier or more straight forward. Now you can get fancy and add some fresh herbs to your garlic if you wanted. It does give the garlic that flavor, but I personally prefer to leave it out, so the roasted garlic is more versatile. And if I want to add herbs to the dish I am making, I do it there.
How To Roast Garlic
- I like to use a full head of garlic, and cut off the top 1/3rd of it.
- Drizzle olive oil and a dash of salt over the top (the open cut area) of the head of garlic.
- Place the top back on and wrap in foil.
- Bake at 350º for about 45 minutes.
Roasting garlic will fill your house with the most delicious intoxifying aroma, so you may want to grab a snack, because it will make you hungry!
How Long To Roast Garlic
It takes about 45 minutes to roast a head of garlic. If you are making more than one head, just wrap them separately and it will take the same amount of time.
What To Do With Roasted Garlic
There are a ton of ways you can use it, pretty much any recipe that uses garlic, you can use this.
- Mix in with mayo to have a garlic mayo for sandwiches.
- Roasted Garlic White Chicken Pizza has the best white sauce for pizza!
- Roasted Garlic & Chive Dip
- Roasted Garlic Guacamole
- Roasted Garlic & Caramelized Onion Dip
- Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette
I always make extra and store it in an air tight container in the fridge for about a week. Or you can even freeze it! It is great to add to salad dressings for a more mild flavor. Mix in with soups, smear over fresh bread, add to hummus, or really use like you would fresh garlic.
Trust me, even if you think you aren’t a huge garlic lover, give this a try! It is so much more mild you will definitely rethink garlic after this.
How To Roast Garlic
Ingredients
- 1 head of garlic
- 2 tsp garlic
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350º
- Place the head of garlic on a cutting board, and cut about the top 1/3rd off the head of the garlic.
- Place on a piece of foil and drizzle the exposed head of garlic with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place the top back on and wrap with foil.
- Bake for about 45 minutes until the cloves are soft. If you have elephant garlic, or very large cloves, it make take a little longer.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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This is my favorite way to roast garlic! Works perfectly every time!
I served this with onion rolls and it reminded me of one of our favorite steak houses. Such a delicious addition to any meal.
Wow this looks so good! I love roasted garlic!
My husband and I love roasted garlic! Can’t wait to make this recipe soon! I’m excited to try this!
My husband love garlic in every form. He will love this one!
Roasted garlic is the BEST! Thanks for this how to!
Really fast and easy done in an air fryer! Love roasted garlic!