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Home » Side Dish » How to Roast Garlic.

How to Roast Garlic.

Jan 6, 2019 · Modified: Jul 5, 2021 by Kelly Roenicke · 12 Comments

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Learn how to roast garlic with this simple tutorial. Add the mellow flavor of roasted garlic to your recipes – you will love how easy this is!
heads of roasted garlic on foil
Garlic – this is one ingredient that I just can’t do without.
I love to cook with garlic. From homemade pasta salad to rosemary roasted potatoes to garlic spaghetti, garlic makes an appearance in many of my recipes.
Garlic has a lot of antibacterial properties, especially if eaten raw (which I do when I’m sick). It can also be used as an antiviral, and it can help boost your immune system all year round.
Of course, one of the best things about garlic is that it’s delicious! But I am a fan of the health benefits, don’t get me wrong.
heads of garlic on white background

If you aren’t a fan of the strong taste of raw garlic, you may want to try roasting it. We like to roast garlic in the oven and then spread it on toast. We roast a few heads of garlic at a time, because once we start eating it, we can’t stop! It’s awesome on a grilled cheese sandwich or tossed into your pasta.

How do you roast garlic?

  1. Slice the top off of a head of garlic.
  2. Place on foil, and drizzle olive oil over the top of the head of garlic.
  3. Close the foil and roast at 375 degrees for 45-55 minutes.

Can you roast garlic without foil?

Yes, just place the head of garlic in an oven safe pan and drizzle oil over the top. Roast at 375 degrees F until tender on the inside.

Serving ideas:

Roasted garlic is delicious spread on toast, sandwiches, crackers, or vegetables. You can also mix it into soups, sauces, and mashed potatoes.

How long can this be stored in the refrigerator?

You can store this garlic in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Can you freeze roasted garlic?

Yes, you can freeze it! Just mash it up and freeze the garlic paste in teaspoon or tablespoon sized portions. Store in freezer bags or freezer safe containers.

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heads of roasted garlic on foil
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How to Roast Garlic.

Roasted garlic adds tons of flavor to sandwiches, pasta, and dips. Learn how to roast garlic with this easy tutorial.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, vegan.
Keyword how to roast garlic, roasted garlic
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 96 kcal
Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

  • 3 heads of garlic
  • 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Cut the tops of the heads of garlic, exposing the cloves.

  3. Discard the tops. Place garlic heads on foil and drizzle generously with olive oil.
  4. Close up the foil, making a little packet that keeps the garlic and oil sealed inside.
  5. Place the foil packets directly on the oven rack. Roast at 375 degrees for about 45-55 minutes until golden brown and very soft.

  6. Once cool enough to handle, remove the garlic cloves. Spread on toast and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

You can store roasted garlic in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

You can store the roasted garlic paste in the freezer - just freeze it in teaspoon or tablespoonful sized portions in a freezer bag or container.

Nutrition Facts
How to Roast Garlic.
Amount per Serving
Calories
96
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Potassium
 
9
mg
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0.7
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
4
mg
0
%
Iron
 
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

roasted garlic with oil

This post was originally written in May 2011. It has been updated with new photos and tips.

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Comments

  1. Jessica

    June 02, 2011 at 9:27 pm

    Cool! I actually do the opposite thing- I toast some french bread and then rub raw garlic over it. more potent, but yummy!

    Reply
  2. megan lane

    May 06, 2011 at 10:42 am

    mm i love roasted garlic!! i actually roasted some last night to include in our enchiladas verdes.. they bring such amazing flavor!

    Reply
  3. Whimsical Winston

    May 05, 2011 at 2:55 am

    Wow! Love roasted garlic! Yummy! Sauteed mushrooms with garlic, lemon and butter. Gotta love good garlic press ;)
    Thanks for sharing this recipe and how to.
    Ruth

    Reply
  4. virginiamae

    May 04, 2011 at 10:00 pm

    My daughter likes to take the skins off of the garlic – she’s a great helper.
    My favorite non human kitchen helper would be the glass juicer from my Great Grandma.

    Reply
  5. Leigh-Ellen

    May 04, 2011 at 10:40 am

    Winter is long… garlic is good! That’s our motto here in Canada.

    Reply
  6. Meeling

    May 03, 2011 at 6:47 pm

    LOVE roasted garlic!! It’s great on a baguette and my fave is when I make cioppino…the martha version is actually one of the bet versions too!!

    Reply
  7. third room studio

    May 03, 2011 at 5:39 pm

    I am a garlic lover, both in food, and when I’m about to get sick – I just crush it and swallow it with water – nasty but effective!

    Reply
  8. Ren- Lady Of The Arts

    May 03, 2011 at 10:18 am

    Love garlic- recently wrote a post about it here:
    http://ladyofthearts.blogspot.com/2011/04/garlic-roasted-garlic-health-benefits.html

    have a great day!

    Reply
  9. Lori @ Studio Waterstone

    May 03, 2011 at 8:55 am

    Oh my, that sounds delicious and I’ve never tried it. Favorite kitchen tool? I’d have to say my salad spinner – best money I’ve spent to date.

    Reply
  10. Clare B

    May 03, 2011 at 8:40 am

    I went to a naturopath a few years ago who recommended raw garlic everyday. I just couldn’t quite do it – but I love cooking with it and always increase the amount when I’m getting sick :)

    Reply
  11. Krystal

    May 03, 2011 at 8:29 am

    my grandma is a firm believe in garlic pills :)

    Reply

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