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How to Roast Garlic Perfectly (Step-by-Step Guide)

Roasted garlic is a game-changer in the kitchen. Sweet, soft, and mellow, it transforms any dish—from pasta to spreads—with rich, deep flavor. If you're wondering how to roast garlic perfectly every time, you're in the right place. This step-by-step guide shows you how to roast whole garlic bulbs in the oven with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

🧄 Why Roast Garlic?

Unlike raw garlic, roasted garlic has a mild, nutty, and buttery flavor. It's easy to digest and can be added to:

  • Mashed potatoes
  • Pasta dishes
  • Soups and stews
  • Garlic bread
  • Salad dressings
  • Spreads and dips

🛒 Ingredients You Need

  • 1 or more whole heads of garlic
  • Olive oil
  • Aluminum foil or a small baking dish with lid

🔪 Step 1: Prep the Garlic

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel off the loose outer layers of the garlic bulb, leaving the cloves intact.
  3. Slice about 1/4 inch off the top of the bulb to expose the tops of the garlic cloves.

🫒 Step 2: Add Olive Oil

Place each garlic bulb on a piece of foil or in a muffin tin. Drizzle about 1–2 teaspoons of olive oil over the cut tops, making sure the oil soaks into the cloves.

🔥 Step 3: Wrap and Roast

Wrap the garlic bulbs tightly in foil or cover them in a baking dish.
Roast in the preheated oven for 35–45 minutes, until the cloves are golden brown, soft, and fragrant.

Tip: Smaller bulbs may take only 30 minutes. Large bulbs can take up to 50 minutes.

⏲️ Step 4: Cool and Squeeze

Let the roasted garlic cool for 5–10 minutes.
Then, squeeze the base of the bulb to pop out the soft, caramelized cloves—ready to mash, spread, or stir into recipes.

🧈 How to Use Roasted Garlic

Roasted garlic is incredibly versatile:

  • Mix into mashed potatoes for a rich, garlicky twist
  • Spread on toasted bread as a flavorful appetizer
  • Stir into soups or sauces for depth
  • Whisk into salad dressings
  • Blend with butter for roasted garlic butter

🧊 How to Store Roasted Garlic

  • Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5–7 days
  • Freezer: Freeze in small portions (like ice cube trays) for up to 3 months
  • Roasted Garlic Paste: Mash and store in olive oil (refrigerate and use within a week)

📝 Final Thoughts

Learning how to roast garlic is a simple but powerful skill that enhances countless dishes. Whether you're making comfort food or gourmet meals, roasted garlic adds richness and depth like no other ingredient.

Ready to give it a try? Let us know your favorite way to use roasted garlic in the comments!

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