Garlic Confit
Garlic confit is one of the best elixirs a person can make. Since the garlic cloves are cooked through and soft, you can mash the garlic cloves easily and spread them on top of bread for a delicious spread or garlic bread. You can also add them to dips, such as homemade hummus, salad dressing, mashed potatoes, roasted cauliflower, or other vegetables!
Servings Prep Time
20servings 20minutes
Cook Time
45minutes
Servings Prep Time
20servings 20minutes
Cook Time
45minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Use the palm of your hand to separate the heads of garlic carefully. Using a small sharp knife, trim the ends of each garlic clove and then peel each clove, leaving it intact.
  2. In a medium baking dish, combine olive oil, garlic, thyme, and bay leaves. The garlic should be completely covered.
  3. Bake at 350 degrees F for about 45 minutes until the garlic gloves are soft, fragrant, and lightly browned.
  4. Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature.
  5. Store in a glass jar, ensuring garlic is covered with oil.
  6. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 weeks.
Recipe Notes

Note: I have cooked the garlic at 350°, below the smoke point of Olive Oil.

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