Soft breadsticks filled with delicious sweet basil pesto and ooey gooey cheese. They are guaranteed to steal the show at dinner!
Yield 12-15 breadsticks
Ingredients
1cupwarm water(about 110-115°F)
2tablespoonsgranulated sugar
1(0.25oz) package (7g) or 2 1/4 teaspoonsRed Star Quick Rise Yeast
2tablespoonsolive oil
2 1/4cupsall-purpose flour
1teaspoonkosher salt
1/2cuppesto
2cupsshredded mozzarella cheese
1/4cupmelted butter
Instructions
Add warm water to a large mixing bowl and add sugar and yeast. Stir to combine and set aside for about 5 minutes or until mixture is bubbly.
Add olive oil and stir to combine.
Add 1 cup of flour and salt. Stir to combine. Continue adding flour, 1/4 cup at a time, until mixture forms a dough ball and pulls away from sides of the bowl.
Place dough on a floured surface and knead 3-5 minutes adding more flour as needed. Dough should no longer be sticky.
Cover and allow to rise 30 minutes.
Punch dough down and roll into a 12x15-inch (approximate) rectangle.
Spread pesto over dough and sprinkle evenly with mozzarella cheese.
Press lightly on cheese to help it stick to the dough and pesto layers.
Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut into 1-inch strips.
Fold strips in half and twist together. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Bake for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown.
Brush with melted butter and serve immediately or at room temperature.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.