Best Cupids Breadsticks Recipes

BEST EVER BREADSTICKS

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Present these delicious breadsticks alongside an Italian favorite like lasagna or spaghetti. They're an attractive and edible addition to the table setting! -Carol Wolfer, Lebanon, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 to 3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon water, divided
1 tablespoon butter
1 large egg white
Coarse salt

Steps:

Combine 1-1/2 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt. In a small saucepan, heat milk, 1/4 cup water and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat on medium speed just until moistened. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough., Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes., Punch down dough. Pinch off golf ball-sized pieces. On a lightly floured surface, shape each into a 6-in. rope. Place on greased baking sheets 1 in. apart. Cover and let rise for 15 minutes., Preheat oven to 400°. Beat egg white and remaining water; brush over breadsticks. Sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake until golden, about 10 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRUNCHY BREADSTICKS

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These thin, crisp breadsticks created in our Test Kitchen add a bit of elegance to a holiday dinner. Each bite is perfectly seasoned with thyme and coarse salt.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 16 breadsticks.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons shortening
1/2 to 3/4 cup ice water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

In a food processor, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and shortening; cover and process until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. While processing, gradually add water until dough forms a ball., Transfer to a floured surface. Roll dough into a 10x8-in. rectangle. Cut into sixteen 10x1/2-in. strips. Twist each strip 4 times and place on baking sheets. Brush with oil. Combine coarse salt and thyme; sprinkle over breadsticks. , Bake at 350° until golden brown and crisp, 18-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.