Creamy Roasted Garlic Cloves
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Creamy Roasted Garlic Cloves
Description
This recipe calls for peeled garlic cloves coated lightly with olive oil and kosher salt before roasting on a parchment-lined baking sheet. The cloves are baked in a moderate oven temperature between 20 and 30 minutes until golden and fork-tender, stirring halfway for even roasting. The roasting softens the garlic and brings out its sweeter, milder notes compared to raw garlic.
The texture of the roasted cloves is creamy and smooth, making them ideal for spreading on bread, mixing into sauces, or adding richness to other recipes. Using olive oil adds subtle fruitiness, but it can be replaced by melted butter for a richer flavor profile. Optional dried thyme sprinkled on top can add an extra herbal layer.
To avoid burning, it is important to monitor the cloves closely, especially the first time making this recipe, as oven performance and clove size greatly influence roasting time. Properly roasted garlic can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days and reheated gently without losing its texture. It can also be frozen for longer storage.
Ingredients
- 24 garlic peeled, from 2-3 heads of garlic, cloves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt, Diamond Crystal brand
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with high-heat-resistant parchment paper.
- Place the garlic in a bowl. Add the olive oil and mix to coat.
- Spread the garlic cloves on the prepared baking sheet, in a single layer. Season them with salt.
- Bake uncovered until golden brown and fork-tender, stirring halfway through. Depending on your oven and the size of the garlic cloves, the total baking time should be between 20 and 30 minutes (see notes below). Serve immediately.
Notes
- Keep a close eye on the garlic while roasting, checking frequently after the first 7 minutes to prevent burning.
- Consider substituting olive oil with melted butter for a richer taste, and optionally add dried thyme for added flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheat gently in the microwave at 50% power.
- Roasted garlic cloves freeze well for up to three months when stored in freezer-safe bags or containers.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 56 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6garlic cloves | |
| Calories | 56kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Sodium | 143mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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