Make a garlic paste in a very simple and easy way with this recipe selected especially for you!
Garlic Paste
Preparation time
30
minutes
Cooking time
30
minutes
Follow the step-by-step instructions for preparing the garlic paste. Use the ingredients below and follow the instructions for your garlic paste.
Ingredients
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1 large head of garlic (or 2 small ones)
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1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
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Salt to taste
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Ground black pepper to taste (optional)
Preparation mode
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Cut the top off the head of garlic to expose the garlic cloves.
- Place the head of garlic on a sheet of aluminum foil and drizzle with a little olive oil.
- Wrap the head of garlic tightly in aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 to 40 minutes, or until the garlic cloves are soft and golden.
- Remove the head of garlic from the oven and let it cool a little.
- Once cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and place them in a food processor or blender.
- Add remaining olive oil, salt and ground black pepper, if using.
- Blend everything until you get a smooth paste. If necessary, add more olive oil to reach the desired consistency.
- Transfer the garlic paste to a clean, airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Source: https://cidadeolimpica.com.br/pasta-de-alho-2/
