Recipes

Roasted Garlic Heads with Thyme

Serves 6

90 minutes, including soaking time

This lovely aromatic spread can also be spread on bread or toast as a starter.

6 large heads of garlic
100ml/3½fl oz olive oil
8 sprigs fresh thyme
Salt and pepper

Soak heads of garlic in cold water for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 80ºC/350ºF/Gas Mark 4.
Drain and slice off the garlic tops or cut in half if large.
Place in roasting tin with oil and thyme and season to taste.
Roast for 50minutes-1hr, turning occasionally.
Serve when golden and tender.

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