Roasted Garlic Without Foil

Enjoy the rich and mellow flavors of roasted garlic without using foil! This simple recipe yields perfectly roasted garlic cloves that are great as a spread, ingredient in various dishes, or even enjoyed on their own. With a preparation time of 5 minutes and a cooking time of 45 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for garlic lovers.

Ingredients

• 1 head of garlic
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Remove any loose outer layers of skin from the entire head of garlic.
3. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut about 1/4 inch off the top of the garlic head to expose the cloves.
4. Drizzle the olive oil over the exposed cloves and season with salt and pepper.
5. Wrap the garlic head loosely in a piece of aluminum foil, leaving the top open.
6. Place the wrapped garlic head on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the garlic cloves are soft and golden brown.
7. Remove the garlic from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
8. Once cooled, gently squeeze the garlic head from the bottom end to release the roasted garlic cloves.
9. Use a small knife or your fingers to remove the cloves from their skins.
10. Your roasted garlic is now ready to be used in various recipes or enjoyed on its own!

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