TENDER GARLIC CHEESE BREADSTICKS

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Garlic breadsticks complement so many dishes. These tender ones pair well with Italian dishes, salads and soups. -Ann Volner, Maryville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 32 breadsticks.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
4-1/2 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and milk. Add the sugar, butter, salt, baking soda and 3 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Divide into 32 pieces. Shape each into a 4-1/2-in. rope., Place melted butter in a shallow bowl. Place cheese in a second shallow bowl. Dip ropes in butter, then coat with cheese. Place 3 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Combine Italian seasoning and garlic powder; sprinkle over breadsticks. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.