Easy As Pi! Breadsticks

Easy as Pi! Italian Breadsticks

Yes, these delicious breadsticks are “easy as pi” to make, thanks to frozen bread dough. In just a few minutes, small portions of dough are shaped, seasoned, and ready to rise. Baked to golden perfection, they are paired with marinara sauce for dipping for a delicious snack. These savory breadsticks may also be served to complement any Italian dinner. Enjoy!

Ingredients and Supplies:

Ingredients:

1 (1 lb.) loaf frozen bread dough, thawed

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic salt

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

1 24 oz. jar marinara sauce

Supplies:

two baking sheets

parchment paper

kitchen shears

Use kitchen shears to cut dough into 8 equal portions. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Use lightly oiled hands to roll and stretch each portion to a 10-inch rope, placing four ropes on each baking sheet. Cut each rope into one 4-inch piece and two 3-inch pieces. For each breadstick, use the picture of pi symbol to use hands to shape and roll the 4-inch piece into the top of the symbol and the two 3-inch pieces for the “legs” of the symbol. Pinch “legs” to top. Place four breadsticks on each baking sheet.

Brush tops of breadsticks lightly with olive oil then sprinkle lightly with garlic salt. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning as desired. Cover loosely and let rise in a warm place for 40-45 minutes or until doubled in size. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.

To serve, place a warm breadstick on each serving plate and add a small ramekin of marinara sauce to each plate for dipping. Serves 8. Enjoy!