Roasted Garlic Puree
Unlock the rich, velvety flavor of roasted garlic with this simple yet irresistible Roasted Garlic Puree recipe—a perfect kitchen staple to elevate your dishes. By slow-roasting whole garlic bulbs in olive oil, salt, and a hint of black pepper, the sharpness of raw garlic mellows into a sweet, caramelized depth of flavor that’s impossible to resist. This creamy puree can be spread on crusty bread, whisked into creamy soups or pasta sauces, or used as a flavorful base for marinades and dressings. With just 10 minutes of prep time and minimal ingredients, this versatile recipe is a must-have for garlic lovers. Plus, it stores beautifully, giving you a week’s worth of gourmet flavor enhancements ready to go.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole bulbs Garlic bulbs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut off the top 1/4 inch of each garlic bulb, exposing the cloves inside.
Place the garlic bulbs cut-side up on a piece of aluminum foil large enough to wrap them completely.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the exposed cloves, ensuring they are well-coated.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the garlic bulbs.
Wrap the foil tightly around the garlic, creating a sealed packet.
Place the foil packet on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
Remove the garlic from the oven and allow it to cool until it is safe to handle.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a bowl or blender.
Mash the cloves with a fork or use a blender to process into a smooth puree.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.0 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 641 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 604 mg | 13% | |
*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.
