Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsCarmela's RestaurantBreadsticks & Sauce Recipe

Breadsticks & Sauce Recipe

Time1h
Serves12

Breakfast basket w/ side of tomato sauce (size 6 or 12)

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Ingredients

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Breadsticks

Tomato Sauce

Method

Breadsticks

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, garlic powder, and dried oregano.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

  4. 4

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  5. 5

    Let it Rise

    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

  6. 6

    Shape Breadsticks

    Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces (or 6 for larger breadsticks). Roll each piece into a long stick, about 8-10 inches long.

  7. 7

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  8. 8

    Prepare for Baking

    Place the shaped breadsticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

  9. 9

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Tomato Sauce

  1. 10

    Heat Oil

    In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 11

    Sauté Onion and Garlic

    Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

  3. 12

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.

  4. 13

    Simmer Sauce

    Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 14

    Serve

    Once the sauce thickens, remove from heat and serve alongside the warm breadsticks.

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