Recipes for Garlic Whole Bulb

Ingredients

• 6 whole garlic bulbs (expired but safe to consume)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Slice the top off each garlic bulb to expose the cloves.
3. Drizzle olive oil over each bulb, ensuring the cloves are coated.
4. Wrap each bulb in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
5. Roast the garlic in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until soft and golden.
6. Allow the roasted garlic bulbs to cool, then squeeze the cloves out of the skins.
7. In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer.
8. Add the roasted garlic cloves to the pot and let it cook for 5 minutes.
9. Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the soup until smooth.
10. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream.
11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. Heat the soup over medium heat until warmed through.
13. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
14. Enjoy!

Ingredients

• 2 pounds potatoes, washed and cut into chunks
• 6 whole garlic bulbs (expired but safe to consume)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Slice the top off each garlic bulb to expose the cloves.
3. Place the potato chunks in a large mixing bowl.
4. Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes and toss to coat evenly.
5. Sprinkle dried rosemary, dried thyme, salt, and pepper over the potatoes.
6. Add the whole garlic bulbs to the mixing bowl and toss to distribute them among the potatoes.
7. Transfer the potatoes and garlic to a baking sheet, spreading them out in a single layer.
8. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden and crispy.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
10. Serve as a side dish to your favorite main course.
11. Enjoy!

Ingredients

• 1 whole bulb of garlic, slightly past expiration
• 200g pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cut the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap tightly in aluminum foil.
3. Place the wrapped garlic bulb in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
4. While the garlic is roasting, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
5. Once the garlic is roasted, squeeze the cloves out of the skins into a small bowl. Mash the cloves with a fork until smooth.
6. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the roasted garlic paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and coats the pasta evenly.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!