Garlic Confit with Rosemary
Silky, golden garlic cloves slow-cooked in olive oil with fresh rosemary—this garlic confit is rich, mellow, and perfect for spreading, roasting, or elevating any savory dish with deep, earthy flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 tablespoons 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Oven Roasted
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 2 cups peeled garlic cloves
- 1 1/2 cups extra virgin olive oil (or enough to fully submerge the garlic)
- 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes or a few peppercorns for subtle heat
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Place garlic cloves in an oven-safe baking dish. Add rosemary sprigs and optional spices.
- Pour olive oil over the garlic until completely submerged.
- Bake uncovered for 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, until garlic is soft, lightly golden, and spreadable.
- Let cool slightly, then transfer garlic and oil to a clean jar.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Use on bread, in mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted veggies.
Notes
- Always refrigerate garlic confit to prevent the risk of botulism.
- Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Allow to cool fully before sealing the storage jar.
- The infused oil is great for salad dressings or sautéing vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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