Garlic Knots Recipe
Five (5) Garlic Knots Served with Your Choice of Warm Marinara or Creamy Ranch Dipping Sauce
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Ingredients
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Dough
Topping
Dipping Sauces
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Knot Formation
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 6
Divide and Shape
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope, about 8 inches long, and tie into a knot.
- 7
Place on Baking Sheet
Arrange the knots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each knot.
Topping Preparation
- 8
Prepare Garlic Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in chopped parsley.
- 9
Brush Knots
Remove the knots from the oven and immediately brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Baking
- 10
Bake the Knots
Bake the garlic knots in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Serving
- 11
Serve with Dipping Sauces
Serve the garlic knots warm with a side of marinara sauce and ranch dressing for dipping.