Baked Garlic Oil
4 servings
10 minutes
Roasted garlic oil is an elegant and aromatic addition to Italian dishes. Roasted garlic takes on a gentle sweetness while losing its sharpness, and when whipped with butter, it creates a silky texture and rich flavor. This oil is perfect for spreading on fresh bread or as an accompaniment to pasta, roasted vegetables, or meat. The origins of this recipe trace back to Mediterranean culinary traditions where garlic is revered for its flavor and health benefits. It adds depth to dishes by revealing rich herbal notes of thyme, marjoram, and dill. This is not just oil; it's a true gastronomic find that can transform any dish and fill it with warm homely comfort.
1
Clean the garlic heads but do not separate them into cloves. Mix salt, pepper, ground herbs, and dill. Brush the heads with vegetable oil and roll them in the spice mixture.
- Garlic: 3 heads
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Dried thyme: to taste
- Dried thyme leaves: pinch
- Dried marjoram: to taste
- Chopped dill: pinch
2
Place the garlic in a baking pot and cover with a lid. Put it in an oven preheated to 190 degrees and bake for 25 minutes.
3
Peel the roasted garlic, place the flesh in a blender and blend with softened butter. Add some spices and blend again.
- Garlic: 3 heads
- Butter: 250 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste