Soft Olive Garden Breadsticks (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Dough
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4 cups plain flour
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1½ cups warm water (about 110°F)
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2¼ teaspoons dry yeast (active)
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2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon salt
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2 tablespoons white sugar
→ Garlic Butter Coating
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¼ cup melted butter (unsalted)
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
# Instructions:
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Combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water in a bowl. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes until it's bubbly and frothy. That means it's active and ready!
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In a big bowl, stir together the flour and salt. Add your softened butter and yeast mixture. Knead it all for 8-10 minutes until it's smooth and stretchy.
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Grease a bowl and place the dough inside. Cover it with a clean towel and let it sit cozy in a warm spot for around an hour. It'll puff up to double its size.
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Punch down the risen dough gently to release air. Divide it into 12-14 portions and roll each piece into a rope 6-7 inches long. Lay them out on a baking sheet.
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Cover your breadsticks with a towel and leave them to rise again for 20-30 minutes until they look plumper.
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Preheat your oven to 400°F. Slide in your breadsticks and bake for about 12-15 minutes until they turn golden and delicious.
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As soon as they come out of the oven, generously brush them with your garlic butter. They'll taste amazing served warm!
# Notes:
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These oven-fresh breadsticks come out just like the ones from Olive Garden - but fresher and tastier!
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Plan ahead by letting the dough rise overnight in the fridge. Bring it to room temperature before forming the sticks.