Easy instructions on how to roast raw garlic and then how to store the roasted garlic in olive oil. This is the best way to roast a bulb of garlic and enjoy in your favorite savory recipes.
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How To Roast Galic and Make Garlic-Infused Olive Oil
I love garlic and more specifically, roast garlic cloves. There is something about the delicious, caramel cloves that bring my mouth happiness. I have been known to eat an entire bulb, yes a bulb, in one sitting.
You will not be buying roasted garlic in a jar ever again once you know how easy it is. This recipe is an update on my original post on Perfectly Roasted Garlic.
🧄 How to make roasted garlic
You are able to roast as many bulbs at once as you would like. One, three or an entire sheet pan of them!
- Start with a piece of aluminum foil.
- Place your fresh garlic on the foil.
- Use olive oil to drizzle the whole heads of garlic and a sprinkle of salt. If you want to add pepper that is good as well!
- Close up the foil to form a packet. There is no need to compress the foil tightly around the garlic. In fact, leaving a bit of space for the air to circulate will help in the roasting process.
- Place the garlic in a 400 degree oven for 45 minutes.
The natural sugars will become caramelized and sweet. You know the garlic is ready to come out of the oven when you break the garlic and cloves slide out of their skins when you press on them. If you like your garlic to have a touch more sweetness, keep the garlic to roast for another 10-15 minutes. This is my idea of heaven on earth.
Peeling the cloves
The cloves will easily slip out of the skins with a gentle squeeze when they are roasted to perfection.
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🧄 Storing Garlic in Olive Oil
I store the olive oil and garlic in a mason jar.
Allow the cloves to cool completely before you store them.
Cover the roasted peeled cloves in olive oil, cover with a lid and ring. Store the garlic in the refrigerator and use within 2 weeks.
Do not leave garlic-infused oil on the counter. You can be at risk of botulism if not stored properly and no one wants botulism. Read this PDF on the safety of preserving and storing garlic.
🧄 How to Make Garlic Confit
I have a whole post on how to make garlic confit. It is more than I can fit here in this space.
What Are Ways to Use Garlic Cloves in Olive Oil?
Garlic lovers often like to make this recipe because of its versatility. One popular application is infusing olive oil with garlic cloves and rosemary for a fragrant and savory oil that can be drizzled over various dishes.
Additionally, incorporating chili flakes into the mixture adds a hint of heat, creating a condiment perfect for dressing salads, making garlic bread, and making pasta dishes.
Is It Okay to Use Avocado Oil or Extra Virgin Olive Oil to Store Roasted Garlic Heads?
Yes, it is acceptable to use either avocado oil or extra virgin olive oil to store roast garlic. Both oils serve as effective mediums to submerge the peeled garlic, preserving its pungent flavor and preventing spoilage.
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How To Roast Garlic And Store In Olive Oil
There is more to a recipe than just the recipe card. Frequently Asked Questions within the blog post that you may find helpful. Simply scroll back up to read them!
Instructions
- You are able to roast as many bulbs at once as you would like. One, three or an entire sheet pan of them!
- Start with a piece of aluminum foil.
- Place your garlic on the foil.
- Drizzle the garlic with a bit of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt. If you want to add pepper that is good as well!
- Close up the foil to form a packet. There is no need to compress the foil tightly around the garlic. In fact, leaving a bit of space for the air to circulate will help in the roasting process.
- Place in a 400 degree oven for 45 minutes. The natural sugars will become caramelized and sweet. You know the garlic is ready to come out of the oven when the cloves slide out of their skins when you press on them.
- If you like your garlic to have a touch more sweetness, allow it to roast for another 10-15 minutes. This is my idea of heaven on earth.
- The cloves will easily slip out of the skins with a gentle squeeze when they are roasted to perfection.
Notes
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
👩🏻🍳 Sarah Mock
CEO/Owner/Founder/Culinary Blogger
Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 14 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.
julie
love the way you setup the recipe "print copy "
Sarah Mock
you are welcome! I like to be helpful to my readers.
Sarah
Tracy
Hi Sarah. Can’t wait to try this as I’m a garlic lover! Short of me eating it right out of the jar , what other ways do you enjoy it? Thx.
Rocky
Hi Sarah
I like your recipe, very easy to do and yummy! I want to know, how long can I store this and is it OK to keep Garlic in Olive Oil as I've heard of some health issues re: botulism?