1. Heat oven to 475°F. Cut the garlic head in half horizontally. Top with 1 tbsp. oil and 1 ⁄4 tsp. kosher salt. Wrap in foil. Roast on a baking sheet for 20 minutes. 2. Cook pasta to al-dente.

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