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SOFT ITALIAN BREAD TWISTS



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Although my heritage is strictly Dutch, my family loves Italian food. These seasoned breadsticks are a great accompaniment to lasagna or pizza.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
2 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup warm water (120° to 130°)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Italian seasoning or grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the sugar, 3/4 teaspoon salt, yeast and 2 cups flour. Cover and process for 5-10 seconds. While processing, gradually add warm water and oil in a steady stream. Process for 1 minute or until smooth and elastic. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed. , Turn onto a floured surface. Roll into a 15x12-in. rectangle. Cut into 12 strips. Fold each strip in half lengthwise; twist each strip several times. Pinch ends to seal. Place 2 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. , In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic powder, paprika and remaining salt. Brush some over dough. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning or Parmesan cheese if desired. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 25 minutes. , Bake at 425° for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with remaining butter mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SOFT BREAD TWISTS



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My family loves eating these zesty bread twists with a spaghetti supper. Soft and light as a feather, they have a perfect balance of garlic and oregano. Be sure to snatch one before passing them around the table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
2 teaspoons sugar
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup canola oil
1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup butter, melted
Pizza sauce or salsa, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the milk, egg, oil, 1 teaspoon salt and 4 cups flour; beat on low speed until smooth. Beat 3 minutes longer. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes (dough will be sticky). Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Do not punch down. Divide dough into eight pieces. Combine cornmeal and oregano; sprinkle over work surface. Roll each piece of dough in cornmeal mixture and shape into a 15-in.-long rope. Cut each rope into three pieces. Twist each piece and place on greased baking sheets., Bake at 400° for 8-12 minutes. Combine garlic powder and remaining salt. Immediately brush twists with melted butter, then sprinkle with garlic powder mixture. Serve with pizza sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SOFT ITALIAN BREAD TWISTS



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These breadsticks are really soft and tasty. My kids often ask for them. They are so easy to make and the kids often help because they like twisting them!

Provided by Kelly Schafer

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 37m

Yield 12 breadsticks

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 package fast rising yeast
2 -2 1/2 cups unbleached flour
2/3 cup warm water (120-130 degrees)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
italian seasoning or grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a food processor or mixer, combine the sugar, 3/4 tsp.
  • salt, yeast and 2 c.
  • flour.
  • Mix well 5-10 seconds.
  • While processing, gradually add warm water and oil in a steady stream.
  • Mix for 1 minute or until smooth and elastic.
  • Check dough; add 1 to 2 Tbsp.
  • of water or flour if needed.
  • Turn onto a floured surface.
  • Roll into a 15" x 12" rectangle.
  • Cut into 12 strips.
  • Fold each strip in half lengthwise; twist each strip several times.
  • Pinch ends to seal.
  • Place 2" apart on a greased baking sheet.
  • In a bowl, combine butter, garlic powder and remaining salt.
  • Brush some over dough.
  • Sprinkle with Italian seasoning or Parmesan Cheese if desired.
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 25 minutes.
  • Bake at 425 degrees for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Brush with remaining butter mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.7, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 215.3, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.4, Protein 2.4

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