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Olive Garden Breadsticks

Soft and warm breadsticks inspired by Olive Garden, perfect for dipping in marinara sauce or enjoying with pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 ½ cups warm water
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • Kosher salt (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Combine the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl: flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
  2. Mix gradually with warm water until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl covered with a cloth for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  6. Shape the dough by punching it down, then divide into pieces.
  7. Roll each piece into strips about 6-8 inches long.
  8. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the rolled breadsticks on it.
  9. Brush the breadsticks with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder and parsley.
  10. Rest the breadsticks for about 15 minutes before baking.
  11. Sprinkle with kosher salt before placing in the oven.
  12. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  13. Enjoy warm from the oven!

Notes

Serve warm with marinara or pasta; great for gatherings and can be frozen for later.

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