Draft Day Secret Sub Spread

• •1 whole head of garlic
• •1 teaspoon olive oil
• •0.8 cup mayonnaise (high quality, such as Duke's or Hellmann's)
• •2 tablespoon coarse whole-grain Dijon mustard
• •0.5 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika
• •1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely minced
• •1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely minced
• •1 teaspoon fresh dill, finely minced
• •1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• •0.3 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• •0.3 teaspoon kosher salt
• •0.3 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice 1/4 inch off the top of the garlic head to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, wrap tightly in aluminum foil, and roast for 35 to 40 minutes until golden, tender, and caramelized. Allow to cool completely.

2. 2

   Squeeze 5 to 6 soft roasted garlic cloves out of their skins onto a cutting board. Mash them thoroughly with the flat side of a chef's knife or a fork until a smooth paste forms.

3. 3

   In a medium mixing bowl, combine the roasted garlic paste, mayonnaise, coarse Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper. Whisk vigorously until uniform and smooth.

4. 4

   Gently fold in the minced parsley, chives, and dill using a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the spread.

5. 5

   Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the garlic and fresh herb flavors to meld into the creamy base. Spread generously on crusty hoagie rolls, sub buns, or artisan bread.

Chef's Tips

• 💡For extra punch, add 1/2 teaspoon of finely minced pickled pepperoncini or hot cherry peppers to the spread.
• 💡Make-ahead friendly: This spread tastes even better the next day and keeps fresh in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• 💡If pressed for time, swap the roasted garlic head for 1 small raw garlic clove grated on a microplane plus 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, though roasting yields the signature mellow sweetness.