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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 14 |
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Once you taste these chewy breadsticks, you'll never want store-bought again. Give potluck-goers a choice by sprinklng with different seeds and seasonings. One batch won't be enough!Linda Craig, Edmonton, Alberta Ingredients:
3 teaspoons active dry yeast |
2 cups warm water (110° to 115°) |
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar |
1/4 cup olive oil |
1-1/2 teaspoons salt |
3/4 cup king arthur premium 100% whole wheat flour |
4-1/2 to 5 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 egg |
1 tablespoon water |
poppy seeds, sesame seeds, italian seasoning, coarse salt and/or shredded parmesan cheese, optional |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the oil, salt, whole wheat flour and enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough.
2. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3. Punch dough down. Let rest for 10 minutes. Divide into 14 portions. Roll each portion into a 9-in. x 1-in. rope. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes or until doubled.
4. Whisk egg and water; brush over dough. Sprinkle with toppings if desired. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes. Serve warm. Yield: 14 breadsticks.
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