1. Prepare the Garlic for Roasting: Preheat your oven to 400 F (200 C). Take the head of garlic and carefully slice off the very top, exposing the cloves inside. Place the garlic head on a small piece of aluminum foil.

2. Roast the Garlic: Drizzle the exposed garlic cloves with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Wrap the foil tightly around the garlic head to create a sealed packet. Place the foil packet directly on the oven rack and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the cloves are very soft and fragrant when squeezed gently.

3. Cool and Extract Garlic: Once roasted, carefully remove the garlic from the oven and let it cool for about 5-10 minutes until it’s comfortable to handle. Once cool, gently squeeze the bottom of the garlic head to push out the soft, caramelized cloves into a small bowl.

4. Mash the Garlic: Using a fork, thoroughly mash the roasted garlic cloves until they form a smooth paste. Ensure there are no large chunks remaining for a consistent texture in your spread.

5. Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the cottage cheese, mashed roasted garlic, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh chives, salt, and black pepper.

6. Mix Until Well Combined: Stir all the ingredients together thoroughly until the roasted garlic and herbs are evenly distributed throughout the cottage cheese. You can use a spoon or a spatula for this.

7. Taste and Adjust: Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You might want to add a pinch more salt or pepper depending on your preference.

8. Prepare French Bread for Serving: While the spread is chilling, slice your French baguette into 1/2-inch thick rounds. You can toast them lightly in the oven or a toaster for extra crispness, or serve them fresh.