Breadsticks

🥘 Ingredients

• warm water ¾ cup
• active dry yeast 2 ¼ tsp
• sugar 1 pinch
• olive oil 2 Tbsp
• salt 1 tsp
• garlic powder (optional) ¼ tsp
• bread flour 1 cup
• bread flour 1.33 cups
• unsalted butter 3 Tbsp
• salt ¼ tsp
• garlic powder ¼ tsp
• dried parsley 1 tsp
• grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

1. 1

   Combine warm water , active dry yeast , and a pinch of sugar in a large bowl . Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
2. 2

   Stir in the remaining sugar (total 1.5 Tbsp), olive oil , salt , garlic powder (optional) , and 1 cup (125g) of bread flour until combined.
3. 3

   Gradually add remaining bread flour until dough is tacky but manageable.
4. 4

   Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. 5

   Place dough in a lightly greased bowl , cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, 45 to 60 minutes .
6. 6

   Deflate dough, divide into 9 pieces, and form into 6-7” ropes.
7. 7

   Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet , cover, and let rise until increased by 50%, about 20 minutes .
8. 8

   Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
9. 9

   Bake for 10 to 13 minutes until light golden brown.
10. 10

    Whisk together melted unsalted butter , salt , garlic powder , and dried parsley for the topping.
11. 11

    Brush topping over warm breadsticks and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese (optional) if desired.
12. 12

    Serve warm.