Roasted Garlic Spread

Directions

1. 1
   Remove the outer leaves from a head of garlic.
2. 2
   Separate the cloves, being careful not to break or remove the skin of the clove.
3. 3
   Slice the root tip off each clove.
4. 4
   Place cloves in a small oven-proof dish.
5. 5
   Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the cloves.
6. 6
   Cover and place in oven to bake at 350F for 30 to 40 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove from oven; spread cloves on a plate and allow to cool for a few minutes.
8. 8
   Squeeze the meat of each clove out into a small dish.
9. 9
   Add a bit of olive oil; mash the garlic with a fork and blend in such spices as pepper, salt, basil, and parmesan or romano cheese.