Garlic Confit Toast
Garlic Confit Toast is a luxurious yet simple dish that elevates your dining experience with its rich, buttery flavor. Featuring velvety roasted garlic spread over crispy bread, this appetizer is perfect for brunch gatherings or as an elegant starter for dinner parties. With easy preparation and stunning presentation, your guests will be asking for seconds—and the recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 whole bulbs fresh garlic
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 slices rustic bread (sourdough or ciabatta)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- Fresh herbs (optional): thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Cut the tops off garlic bulbs, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Wrap bulbs in foil and roast for 45 minutes until soft.
- Slice the bread thickly, drizzle with olive oil and broil on each side until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes).
- Squeeze roasted garlic cloves into a bowl, mash with a fork, and mix in olive oil until spreadable.
- Spread garlic confit on toasted bread and top with optional herbs or cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, incorporate chili flakes for heat or experiment by adding different cheeses. - Store leftover garlic confit in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.