The taste and smell of fresh roasted garlic is something special.  This dressing features an entire head of roasted garlic that contains wonderful healing properties and a delicious umami flavor.

Time: 50 minutes

Serves: 4-6 servings

Ingredients:

• ½ c whole raw almonds, soaked in water over night
• 1 whole head of garlic for roasting
• ½ clove garlic to add to dressing
• ¼ c extra virgin olive oil
• 4 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ¼ to ½ tsp sea salt
• ¼ tsp dry mustard
• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

1. Drain & rinse soaked almonds.
2. Roast garlic head in oven 450 degrees for 30-40min. Let cool 15 minutes, or until cool enough to handle.
3. Squeeze garlic cloves into blender or food processor.
4. Add soaked almonds & remaining ingredients and blend..adding up to a ¼ c water to desired consistency.
5. Store in a jar and top romaine lettuce w/ dressing.