Roasted Beet Dip With Hazelnuts and Goat Cheese

Name: Roasted Beet Dip With Hazelnuts and Goat Cheese
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds golden or red beets; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large garlic clove, smashed; 5 sprigs thyme, divided; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 3/4 cup blanched hazelnuts (about 4 ounces); 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 1 ounce goat cheese; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more; Vegetable crudité and crackers (for serving)