Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400° F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, toss the garlic cloves in the tsp of extra virgin olive oil. Transfer the olive oil-coated cloves to the prepared baking tray. Sparingly sprinkle with kosher salt (about 1/8 of a tsp).

Step 3

Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Step 4

In a food processor or blender, combine all of the ingredients except for the 2 tbsp of olive oil. Blend until smooth. While blending, drizzle in the olive oil until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning, if desired.

Step 5

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with desired toppings.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 7

Brush the pita bread with olive oil, on both sides Transfer the bread to a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly toasted.