Trim and discard top 1/2 inch from garlic head.

Place the garlic, cut-side up, on a sheet of foil; drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil.

Wrap tightly in the foil; roast until the cloves are completely softened and jammy, about 40 minutes.

Creamy Lemon-Garlic Dressing

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Let cool for 15 minutes.

Squeeze the garlic cloves onto a cutting board; discard garlic skins.

Using the flat side of a chef’s knife, mash the garlic into a paste.

Transfer the garlic paste to a lidded jar or medium bowl.

Seal the jar and shake, or whisk vigorously in the bowl, until well combined.

Shake or whisk before serving.

Yes, this recipe fits into a vegetarian meal pattern and is a tasty way to top your salads.

If you don’t have reduced-fat buttermilk on hand, you canmake a substitute.

Mix 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice with 1 cup of reduced-fat milk in a jar.

Let stand for 10 minutes before using.

Shake or whisk before serving.

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