{a new link-up!}
Sunday night blogging led me to stumble upon this link-up hosted by Jessica & Ashley called Taste of Tuesday. It’s a pretty simple concept that is right down my alley. Each Tuesday post a little something related to food, whether it is a new restaurant to try, a healthy snack, or a delicious recipe. Those participating will linkup on their blogs. I look forward to increased traffic with this fun new hangout.
For my first Taste of Tuesday, I am sharing with you my copycat Olive Garden bread sticks ***Warning: this is a D O U G H I E recipe*** I mean come on, IT IS DOUGH!
I will share that I greatly despise the Olive Garden. However, I am a fan of their salad and bread sticks. I wanted to try to bake bread sticks for a while and did a little research before I dove in. These really are excellent and, in my opinion, are pretty damn close to the ones the serve. I hope you enjoy & be sure to check out Blissfully Miller & Let’s Get Bananas!
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups warm water (105-115 degrees, no more no less)
1 packet yeast
3 1/2 cups bread flour
2 Tbsp white sugar
2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp salt
For topping
3 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp salt
2 tsp garlic powder
pepper
sprinkle of parmesan cheese
DIrections
1. In a standing mixer (or bowl), combine yeast, water, and a small pinch of the sugar. Let stand 10 minutes or until frothy.
2. Add 1 cup of the flour, melted butter, salt and sugar. Attach bread hook.
3. Slow start mixing on low, adding remaining flour until combined.
4. Allow dough to be kneaded on medium speed for about 2 minutes. Adding additional flour if dough is too sticky.
5. Place dough in an oiled bowl, covered tightly with plastic wrap. Let sit in a warm area for at least an hour. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees
6. Turn dough out onto a floured surface and divide into 12 equal pieces.
7. Roll each piece into a thick snack and place on a greased baking sheet.
8. Bake for about 8-12 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Combine all ingredients for topping, except parmesan in a small bowl.
10. As soon as bread comes out of the oven, use a kitchen brush to paint the butter mixture on the cooked bread sticks. Sprinkle with a bit of Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
enjoy.
