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Cheesy Stuffed Breadsticks Recipe

Italian-American · Appetizer · 40 min total

Soft, homemade breadsticks filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, brushed with garlic butter, and sprinkled with herbs. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 cup warm water (110°F)
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 8 sticks (about 3x1/2 inch each)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water; let stand 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil; stir until a dough forms. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth, about 5-7 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
3. Punch down dough. Divide into 8 equal pieces. On a floured surface, roll each piece into a 6x4-inch rectangle.
4. Place a mozzarella stick along the short edge of each rectangle. Roll dough tightly around cheese, pinching seams and ends to seal.
5. Place breadsticks seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and let rise 20 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic powder, oregano, and salt. Brush over breadsticks. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
7. Bake 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm.

Tips

• For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes to the butter mixture.
• Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat in oven.

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