These crispy Italian breadsticks are perfect for serving with soup. Or use this recipe to make Parmesan cheese twists to serve as an appetizer!
When I shared my recipe for Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie SoupI promised that I would share the recipe for the Crispy Italian Breadsticks too.
When I made the soup, I knew that it wasn’t going to have a crust like traditional chicken pot pie, but I wanted to serve some sort of bread with it. I thought about making pie crust crackers or biscuits before settling on breadsticksmade from puff pastry.
I love how easy it is to use puff pastry and how versatile it is. I like to keep a box or two in the freezer so it’s always available.
Crispy Italian Breadsticks Recipe Notes
– To store the extra sheet of puff pastry when making only one batch, tightly wrap the remaining, frozen sheet with plastic and return to the freezer.
– Need more breadsticks? Double the recipe and use two sheets of puff pastry.
– Want more varieties? Top the dough with your favorite shredded cheese and spice combos like Cheddar and Rosemary, Dill and Sea Salt, Chili and Garlic, or Ranch seasoning.
– Or try a sweet version of these breadsticks! Thaw the puff pastry and cut into strips like below. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle the strips with brown sugar and cinnamon. Twist and bake as instructed below.
– Start the day with puff pastry for breakfast or brunch in a Bacon and Egg Quiche. The puff pastry makes a delicious crust and you can easily customize it by adding any of your favorite mix-ins from sausage to chopped veggies.
– Puff pastry is perfect for making appetizers like Veggie Pizza Puffs, Apple Pecan Brie Bites, and Spicy Taco Squares.
– For dinner, try making Chicken Alfredo Pot Pie or Thanksgiving Pizza.
– End the day with a dessert made with puff pastry such as Peach Napoleonor Apple Tarts.
How To Make Crispy Italian Breadsticks:
Step One:
Thaw a sheet of frozen puff pastry dough. Remove the frozen puff pastry sheet from the package and take off the paper wrapping.
Thaw the sheet of puff pastry on a piece of parchment paper, at room temperature, until it unfolds easily but is still cold.
Do not leave it out at room temperature for longer than 40 minutes.
Step Two:
Unfold the dough and lay it on a non-stick cutting mat or lightly floured surface.
Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut it into thin strips.
Step Three:
Brush the puff pastry breadsticks with melted butter.
Remove the frozen puff pastry sheet from the package and take off the paper wrapping.Thaw the sheet of puff pastry on a piece of parchment paper, at room temperature, until it unfolds easily but is still cold.Do not leave it out at room temperature for longer than 40 minutes.
Unfold the dough and lay it on a non-stick cutting mat or lightly floured surface.Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut it into thin strips.
Brush the puff pastry breadsticks with melted butter.Sprinkle them with grated Parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning.
Twist the breadsticks before placing them on a baking sheet covered with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
Bake the crispy Italian breadsticks at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
What are grissini? Grissini are pencil-thin, long, crispy breadsticks with a cracker-like crunch that have been made in the Piedmont region of Italy since the 1600s.
Breadsticks can be enjoyed in various creative ways. You can dip them in marinara sauce, garlic butter, or olive oil. They can also be paired with cheese, cured meats, or hummus for a delicious snack. Additionally, you can crumble them over salads or soups for added crunch and flavor.
Commercially made varieties, however, are rarely healthy -- little more than insipid junk food, just crispy and salty enough to keep you reaching for more. Fortunately, breadsticks are easy and fun to make on your own.
Breadsticks, also known as grissini ( sg. : grissino; Piedmontese: ghërsin, Piedmontese: [gəɾˈsiŋ]), are generally pencil-sized sticks of crisp, dry baked bread that originated in the Piedmont region of Italy.
Cheese Sticks (Saratele) – these cheesy and delicious breadsticks are a great snack we usually make during the holidays but can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Breadsticks are one of Piedmont's signature product which can be found in bakeries and on the tables of restaurants. They can be served as a snack, with an aperitif or a glass of wine. During our traditional meals are perfect with starters and appreciated for their lighter texture compared to regular bread loafs.
A staple in many restaurants and a favorite in many households, breadsticks first appeared around the 14th century BCE in Turin, Italy. These hard, crunchy, pencil-shaped sticks had the consistency of crackers and would last for days.
You can always substitute all-purpose flour for bread flour one for one in any recipe that calls for it. Your bread might not raise quite as high or have quite as much chew, if you are using all-purpose flour, but it will still be delicious and homemade and all the good things.
While it's safe to keep many baked goods at room temperature, it depends on the item and should be taken on a case-by-case basis. For instance, breads and rolls can last up to four days at room temperature, but any bread with meat or hard-boiled eggs should be refrigerated within two hours, according to the USDA.
Commercially baked breads and rolls can be stored at room temperature for 2 to 4 days or 7 to 14 days in the refrigerator. Bread products retain their quality when stored in the freezer for 3 months. Any breads containing meat or hard cooked eggs must be refrigerated within 2 hours.
While the texture and taste of stale food might be a little off, so long as there isn't anything else wrong with it, the food should be fine to eat. You're not going to suffer any stale food side effects. But if your foods are showing other signs of going bad, like mold, it's time to throw it out.
Yes, popcorn is fun, but it's also healthy. Popcorn is a whole grain and a good source of fiber. And 3 cups of plain, air-popped popcorn weighs in at only about 95 calories. For the healthiest results, pop your corn in an air popper or in the microwave.
Seminal research in the field of nutrition science has indicated that the taste of carbohydrates and fats is literally wired to induce pleasurable feelings in our brains, designed to encourage consistent consumption of nutrient-dense foods.
How many breadsticks are in one serving? The number of breadsticks in one serving can vary depending on the restaurant or brand you are referring to. However, a typical serving of breadsticks at an Italian restaurant may include 2-3 breadsticks.
Breadsticks. Made deliciously thin and crisp by our artisan bakers, these delicate breadsticks are a familiar sight on trattoria tables across Italy. The original Italian appetiser and a perfect with-tipple nibble, they're delicious served straight up, with a glass of something chilled for company.
Grissini breadsticks are crunchy, rustic and stretched by hand to form the most beautiful homemade bread. In Italy, most restaurants and homes will serve grissini breadsticks on the table to enjoy as part of the main meal.
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