Breadstick Braids Food

CRISPY BREADSTICKS

Steps:

• Mix 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon each fennel seeds, poppy seeds and sesame seeds, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Roll out an 11-ounce package refrigerated breadstick dough into a 16-by-8-inch rectangle. Cut into twelve 16-inch strips and twist into breadsticks. Brush with the oil mixture. Place on 2 parchment-lined baking sheets and bake in a 400 degrees F oven until golden, about 12 minutes.

ALMOST-FAMOUS BREADSTICKS

Steps:

• Make the dough: Place 1/4 cup warm water in the bowl of a mixer; sprinkle in the yeast and set aside until foamy, about 5 minutes. Add the flour, butter, sugar, fine salt and 1 1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons warm water; mix with the paddle attachment until a slightly sticky dough forms, 5 minutes.
• Knead the dough by hand on a floured surface until very smooth and soft, 3 minutes. Roll into a 2-foot-long log; cut into 16 1 1/2-inch-long pieces. Knead each piece slightly and shape into a 7-inch-long breadstick; arrange 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with a cloth; let rise in a warm spot until almost doubled, about 45 minutes.
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Make the topping: Brush the breadsticks with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the butter and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Bake until lightly golden, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt with the garlic powder and oregano. Brush the warm breadsticks with the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter and sprinkle with the flavored salt.

SOFT ITALIAN BREADSTICKS (ABM)

Steps:

• Place all dough ingredients in your bread machine pan according to manufacturers direction.
• Select dough setting.
• When dough cycle is complete, turn out onto floured board and divide dough in half.
• Cut each portion into 12 pieces and roll each piece into a 4 to 6" rope.
• Place 2" apart onto greased baking sheets.
• Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 20 minutes or until doubled.
• Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
• Immediately brush with butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
• Note: Be careful not to overbake or they will become tough.

BREAD MACHINE BREADSTICKS

Steps:

• Add ingredients into your bread machine in the order given, excluding the egg white and water (glaze ingredients).
• Start machine on dough cycle.
• When the dough is ready turn out onto your countertop. You shouldn't need much flour.
• Cut dough into pieces the size of an egg and roll and stretch with your hands into 6 to 8 inch ropes. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
• Cover with a tea towel and let rise 20 minutes.
• Mix the egg white and Tbsp water to make a glaze and brush over the breadsticks after they are risen. Add kosher salt, sesame seeds, or other toppings if you like.
• Bake at 400 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
• Time includes the 2 hour dough cycle.

QUICK SOFT BREADSTICKS

Steps:

• Make dough using your favorite method- bread machine, mixer or by hand.
• Roll out into a 10x12 inch rectangle.
• Cut into strips about 3/4 inch wide.
• Give each strip a twist and place on a greased cookie sheet.
• Let rise for at least 20 minutes or more if you have time.
• Bake at 375 for 10-15 minutes.
• Brush with butter and sprinkle with garlic salt and parmesan cheese.