Roasted Garlic
Learn how to roast garlic! It will add rich, nutty flavor to mashed potatoes, soups, and more. Find specific serving suggestions in the post above.
Prep: 5min
Ingredients:
- 1 whole garlic bulb
- Extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
- Sea salt
Instruction:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Trim the top ¼ inch off the top of the garlic bulb.
- Place the garlic cut-side up on a piece of foil, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Tip: I like to use a small baking dish or ramekin to help the garlic sit cut-side up.
- Wrap the garlic in the foil and roast for 40 to 60 minutes or until the cloves are deeply golden brown and tender.
- Use in any recipe (like mashed potatoes or cauliflower mashed potatoes) that calls for roasted garlic. It also freezes well.
HOW-TO ROAST GARLIC | roasted garlic recipe
FAQ
How long does roasted garlic last?
We recommend storing roasted garlic in a small, sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Or store in the freezer for up to 1 month. If you want the garlic cloves to remain whole, carefully peel off and discard the skins. Otherwise, for a mashed texture, squeeze roasted garlic out of the skins.
What does eating roasted garlic do to your body?
Roasted garlic is a delicious and nutritious way to add flavor and health benefits to your diet. Its high levels of antioxidants can help boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, and protect against chronic disease.
How does Rachael Ray roast garlic?
Here’s how to make it at home: Cut the ends off a few heads and put them on a sheet of foil. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, and add a few sprigs of thyme and 1 large bay leaf. Wrap up the garlic and roast at 400° until very tender, about 1 hour.
