Combine six cloves of roasted garlic with half and half in a mini food processor. Puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Retain the remainder of roasted garlic cloves for another use.

Spoon the garlic puree onto a serving platter and arrange tomatoes in a single layer over the puree.

Arrange sardines over tomatoes, sprinkle basil over top.

Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil.

Season with additional salt and ground pepper.

Makes 3-4 servings.