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Slow-Roasted Garlic & Herb Oil

Garlic cloves bathed in olive oil, slow-roasted with bay leaves swapped for rosemary, thyme switched to oregano. Salt scaled down by 30%. Oven temp dropped to 290F. Cooking time stretched close to 45 minutes. Aromatic, lightly browned garlic offering mellowed sweetness. Olive oil infused with earthy, herbaceous notes. Technique relies on gentle heat to avoid bitterness. Visual cues dictate doneness. Practical tips for using garlic substitutes plus alternatives to olive oil included. Handles overflow oil and garlic storage issues. Experience guides timing, texture, and scent over clocks alone. Simple twist but attention to detail makes all difference in outcome.