Unlock the Flavor of Garlic Confit: A Rich and Velvety Spread

Garlic confit is a culinary treasure that transforms humble garlic bulbs into a sweet and savory spread. This slow-cooked delight is a testament to the power of patient cooking, as garlic is coaxed into tender submission over two hours in the oven. The result is a deep and complex flavor profile, with notes of caramel and nuttiness.

Elevate Your Garlic Confit with Herbs and Red Pepper Flakes

What sets our garlic confit apart is the addition of fresh herbs and subtle red pepper flakes. The herbs add a slightly bitter note that cuts through the richness, while the pepper flakes provide a gentle kick of heat. This beautifully balanced flavor profile is both comforting and sophisticated.

Easy to Make and Endless Possibilities

The best part? Garlic confit is incredibly easy to make! Simply peel and trim the garlic, add it, along with the olive oil and your chosen aromatics to an oven safe ramekin (I like these!) and bake. Spread it on toast for a quick snack, use it as a dip for vegetables, or add it to sauces and marinades for an extra boost of flavor. You can even use it as a topping for pizza or pasta – the options are truly endless. With its long shelf life, you can enjoy garlic confit for weeks to come. So go ahead, give it a try, and discover the simple pleasure of slow-cooked garlic for yourself.

Slow Roasted Rosemary Garlic Confit

Indulge in the rich flavors of roasted garlic, infused with the aromatic essence of rosemary and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. This simple yet impressive recipe yields a velvety, spreadable garlic paste, perfect for elevating dishes like pasta, pizza, and bread. By slow-roasting a whole head of garlic in olive oil, the natural sweetness is coaxed out, while the rosemary adds a fragrant and herbaceous note. The resulting garlic oil is a bonus, ideal for dressing salads or making marinades. Get ready to elevate your culinary game with this easy and delicious recipe!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Course Condiment

Cuisine Italian

Servings 8

Calories 140 kcal

Equipment

• 1 small ramekin

Ingredients

  

• 1 large head of garlic peeled, woody ends trimmed.
• 5 tbsp good quality olive oil or more to cover garlic
• 1 sprig rosemary
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 190F, with a rack in the middle.
• Combine all ingredients in a ramekin, making sure the garlic cloves and rosemary are submerged in the oil. Cover with foil and put in preheated oven on middle rack for 2 hours.
  1 large head of garlic, 5 tbsp good quality olive oil, 1 pinch red pepper flakes, 1 sprig rosemary
• Strain the oil from the garlic, reserving both for use.

Notes

Feel free to add in any herbs you like, stick with fresh though.

We use this in so many recipes, it’s really a wonderful condiment to elevate a dish.

Keyword confit, garlic