Balsamic Roasted Garlic

Used as a bruschetta topping or to flavor mayonnaise

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Yields: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 2  cups  peeled garlic cloves (from about 3 heads garlic)
• 1⁄3 cup  balsamic vinegar
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  tablespoon water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. Spread garlic over a small baking sheet.
3. In a small bowl, mix the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, water, and pepper together; spoon half of the vinegar mixture over the garlic; toss to coat.
4. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the remaining vinegar, mix to coat, and bake for 10 minutes.
6. Stir and return to oven for a final 10 minutes; the roasted garlic should be soft, with a burnished brown glaze finish.
7. Store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
8. Bring to room temperature and stir before using.