Irresistible Roasted Garlic Butter Recipe (Print Version)
Discover the perfect roasted garlic butter recipe – creamy, flavorful, and versatile for all your meals.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Dairy
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
4 large heads of garlic
02 -
1 cup unsalted butter
03 -
1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Seasonings & Spices
04 -
Sea salt
05 -
Freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish & Toppings
06 -
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
07 -
1 sprig fresh thyme
→ Optional Extras
08 -
Pinch of red pepper flakes
09 -
Lemon juice
# Instructions:
01 -
Slice off the tops of the garlic heads to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
02 -
Roast on a baking sheet at 400°F (200°C) for 40 minutes, or until soft and golden.
03 -
Let cool slightly, then squeeze the roasted cloves out of their skins. Use a fork—it's messy but fun!
04 -
In a food processor, combine roasted garlic, butter, rosemary, and thyme. Whizz until smooth and creamy. Add more salt and pepper to taste.
05 -
Transfer to a bowl, cover, and chill for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
06 -
Serve on crusty bread, steak, pasta, or anything you like!
# Notes:
01 -
Don't over-roast the garlic!
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
03 -
Dried herbs can be used (1/3 the amount).
04 -
Serve with crusty bread and a glass of wine!
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Baking sheet
02 -
food processor
03 -
knife or kitchen shears
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 200 calories per serving (approx)
Total Fat: 18g
Total Carbohydrate: 2g
Protein: 2g