Baked Garlic
Discover the irresistible simplicity of Baked Garlic, a recipe that transforms humble garlic bulbs into a rich, caramelized delicacy. Perfectly roasted in their skins with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of salt and black pepper, and a fragrant sprig of fresh thyme, these softened cloves develop a buttery texture and sweet, mellow flavor. This dish requires just 10 minutes of prep and is oven-baked to perfection in 45 minutes, making it an easy yet gourmet addition to your dinner table. Serve it warm spread over crusty bread, or use it to enhance soups, sauces, and roasted vegetables. A staple for garlic lovers and fans of Mediterranean-inspired dishes, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole garlic bulbs
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 sheet aluminum foil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel away the outer layers of the garlic bulbs, leaving the skins of the individual cloves intact.
With a sharp knife, cut off about 1/4 inch (6 mm) from the top of the cloves to expose the individual garlic cloves.
Place each garlic bulb on a piece of aluminum foil large enough to wrap them entirely.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over each bulb, ensuring that the oil completely saturates the exposed garlic cloves.
Sprinkle each bulb with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
Top each garlic bulb with a sprig of fresh thyme.
Wrap each garlic bulb tightly with the aluminum foil to create a packet.
Place the garlic packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until the garlic cloves are soft, golden, and caramelized.
Remove the garlic from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
Unwrap the garlic from the foil packets and squeeze the soft garlic cloves from their skins.
Serve the baked garlic immediately on crusty bread, or use it as a flavorful addition to your preferred dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
776 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.1 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1250 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.6 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 822 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
