How To Roast Garlic (Roasted Garlic)
Roast garlic to sweet, creamy perfection with this easy method! Perfect for spreading, mixing, and adding rich flavor to countless dishes.
Equipment
- Oven
- Aluminum Foil
- Baking Sheet
- Sharp Knife
Ingredients
- 4 heads garlic fresh
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Start by removing the outer layers of the garlic heads, leaving the skins on the individual cloves intact. Using a sharp knife, cut off the top ¼ inch of each garlic head to expose the cloves.
- Place the prepared garlic heads on a piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle each head with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sea salt and ½ teaspoon of fresh ground black pepper. Make sure the oil and seasonings coat the exposed cloves evenly.
- Fold the aluminum foil around the garlic heads to create a sealed packet. This will help them steam and roast perfectly without drying out.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the wrapped garlic on a baking sheet and roast for about 30-40 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
- Once roasted, remove the garlic from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Carefully unwrap the foil, and when it’s cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted cloves out of their skins. They should pop out easily!
- Now that you have perfectly roasted garlic, you can use it immediately or store it for later. The flavors are rich and sweet, perfect for adding to your favorite recipes.
Notes
- Store roasted garlic in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Freeze roasted garlic in ice cube trays for convenient, long-term storage.
- Be careful not to overcook to avoid burnt, bitter garlic.