Heavenly Roasted Garlic Cloves

Ingredients

• 2 whole bulbs of garlic (about 9 ounces / 255 grams)
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30 ml)
• Sea salt, to taste
• Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
• Optional: Fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary) for added flavor

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Cut the tops off the garlic bulbs to expose the cloves. Place each bulb on a piece of aluminum foil.

3. 3

   Drizzle olive oil over the exposed cloves; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Optionally, add fresh herbs.

4. 4

   Wrap the garlic tightly in the foil. Place on a baking tray and roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes.

5. 5

   Garlic should be golden brown and soft when pressed. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.

6. 6

   Squeeze the roasted cloves out of their skins and enjoy as desired.