Breadsticks & Sauce Recipe
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 Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
- 6
Shape Breadsticks
After rising, punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long stick, about 6-8 inches in length.
- 7
Second Rise
Place the shaped breadsticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 9
Bake Breadsticks
Once risen, bake the breadsticks in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Tomato Sauce Preparation
- 10
- 11
Combine Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- 12
Simmer Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 13
Adjust Seasoning
Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed.