Penne Pasta with Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce

6 garlic cloves, roasted and peeled
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 cups white wine
2 cups heavy cream
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

To roast garlic Preheat oven to 350°F. Rub individual garlic cloves with olive oil, place in a small oven proof pan, and season with salt and pepper. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and roast for 45 minutes, or until garlic is soft and lightly browned. Peel garlic.

Method for Sauce
In a medium saucepan over high heat, combine the garlic, onion, and white wine, bring to a boil, and reduce by three-fourths. Reduce the heat to medium, add cream, and let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to food processor and puree. May be prepared up to two days ahead, covered, and refrigerated,. Bring to room temperature before serving,


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