Roasted Garlic Basil Paste

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Rub garlic heads with olive oil, and wrap with aluminum foil.

3. 3

   Bake until garlic cloves are very tender when pierced with a knife, about 50 minutes.

4. 4

   Allow heads to cool, then squeeze softened garlic from cloves into a bowl; there should be 1 cup.

5. 5

   Using a mortar and pestle (do not use a food processor), mash basil with 1/2 teaspoon salt until it is a paste.

6. 6

   Add roasted garlic one tablespoon at a time, and mash until fully blended.

7. 7

   Season with lemon juice, and add more salt if desired.

8. 8

   Spread on grilled meats or fish, or use as a sandwich spread.

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