Baked Garlic

Remove loose outer leaves. Cut off tops of bulbs so that each clove is open at the top. Cloves must be pierced for steam release. Drizzle one quarter olive oil over each bulb and dot with butter. Sprinkle each bulb with a few thyme leaves. Place in baker dish and cover. Place in a cold oven. Bake at 300 for one hour. Remove cover and bake for additional 20 minutes or until tender. Baste occasionally with olive oil. Microwave: Cook at full power for 4 minutes. Allow to cool.