Eloise’s favorite Parmesan garlic bread twists

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon yeast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 1/2 to 4 cups flour
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
• Coarse salt, for sprinkling

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm water, yeast and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in olive oil and salt.
2. Gradually add the flour until a soft dough forms. Let dough raise for 10 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, stir together melted butter and minced garlic.
4. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a large square, about 16×16 inches. Brush dough with half of the garlic butter. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
5. Fold dough in half, then cut into 1 inch wide strips. Twist strips and place on 2 lightly greased baking sheets. Allow breadsticks to raise for 15-20 minutes while you preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
6. Bake for about 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Brush breadsticks with remaining garlic butter and sprinkle with coarse salt.

NOTES

Total time does not include rising.