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Olive Garden Breadsticks Recipe

Olive Garden Breadsticks Recipe
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Olive Garden Breadsticks are legendary for their soft, buttery texture and irresistible garlic flavor. This recipe allows you to recreate these famous breadsticks in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

For the Breadsticks:

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp salt

For the Topping:

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and granulated sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Prepare the Dough: Combine flour, softened butter, and salt. Add yeast mixture and knead until smooth, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. First Rise: Let the dough rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Shape the Breadsticks: Divide dough, roll into ropes, and place on baking sheet.
  5. Second Rise: Let breadsticks rise for 20-30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
  7. Bake the Breadsticks: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Prepare the Topping: Mix melted butter with garlic powder and salt. Brush over warm breadsticks.

Notes

  • Remove the breadsticks from the oven and immediately brush them with the melted butter mixture.
  • Serve warm.

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