Better Than Olive Garden Breadsticks

Step 1

Combine all ingredients (except for topping ingredients) in the bowl of a stand mixer and mix using the dough hook until combined on low.

Step 2

Continue mixing about 5 minutes, adding just a little more flour if needed.

Step 3

Dough will be soft and slightly sticky; it won't completely pull away from side of bowl.

Step 4

Turn dough out onto a floured surface and knead two or three times, forming a ball.

Step 5

Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise one to one and a half hours, until nearly double in size.

Step 6

On a floured surface, roll dough into a 12x16 inch rectangle. Use pizza cutter to slice into 16 pieces.

Step 7

Pinched the long sides of each piece together to form a breadstick shape.

Step 8

Place sticks pinched side down on a greased cookie sheet, cover with towel, and let rise about 30 minutes.

Step 9

Bake at 350 degrees for 15-18 minutes until golden brown. Brush with butter and sprinkle with seasonings.