Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 ½ cups warm water (about 105 F)
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for sprinkling. Please see the note below about the flour. )
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2-1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instruction

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer (or in a large bowl), stir together the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes or until foamy.
  • Mix in flour and salt. The dough should clear the sides of the mixing bowl and feel slightly sticky but shouldn't come off on your fingers if you pinch it.
  • Knead dough for three minutes.
  • Cover, and let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
  • Grease an 11X17-inch baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • On a floured surface, roll out the dough into about a 12x16-inch rectangle about 1/2-inch thick. 
  • Cut the dough in half width-wise with a pizza cutter. Cut into 8 strips lengthwise for a total of 16 strips.
  • Twist each strip slightly (or leave them as strips), and place about 1/2-inch apart on the baking sheet.
  • Cover with greased plastic wrap and let rise 30 minutes. Toward the end of the resting time, preheat oven to 375 F.
  • Bake 12-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • While breadsticks are baking, stir together butter, seasoning, and garlic salt.
  • Brush over hot breadsticks, and then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if using.