Balsamic and Roasted Garlic Dipping Oil - garlic

Method

• Preheat oven to 350F.
• Place unpeeled garlic cloves in baking dish.
• Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat.
• Cover dish tightly with foil and bake until garlic is golden brown and tender, about 45 minutes.
• Cool.
• Squeeze garlic between fingertips to release cloves.
• Transfer garlic cloves to blender.
• Add vinegar and rosemary and puree herb mixture until smooth.
• With machine running, gradually add remaining 1 cup olive oil.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• (Dipping oil can be prepared 1 day ahead.
• Cover and refrigerate.
• Let stand 15 minutes at room temperature and whisk before using.)