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Easy Homemade Garlic Knots: Soft, Garlicky & Delicious

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These Easy Homemade Garlic Knots are soft, garlicky, and utterly addictive, perfect for any occasion. Enjoy them warm, tossed in a fragrant garlic butter mixture that elevates their flavor to irresistible heights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package of store-bought pizza dough
  • 6–8 cloves of fresh garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
  • Fresh flat-leaf (Italian) parsley, finely chopped
  • A pinch of fine sea salt or kosher salt
  • Optional: Freshly grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese
  • Optional: Dried red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. If you're using store-bought fresh pizza dough, take it out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for at least 30-60 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Lightly flour your work surface, your hands, and your rolling pin. Stretch and roll the pizza dough into a large rectangle, roughly 12×16 inches, with a thickness of about ¼ to ⅓ inch.
  4. Cut the dough into long strips, about ½ to ¾ inch wide and 10-12 inches long.
  5. Take one dough strip and tie it into a simple single knot. Arrange the formed garlic knots about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. For extra fluffy knots, cover the baking sheet loosely and let the knots rest in a warm spot for another 20-30 minutes.
  7. Brush the tops of the knots lightly with about 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
  8. Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the knots are puffed up and golden brown.
  9. In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt. Heat gently over low heat for 2-3 minutes.
  10. As soon as the garlic knots come out of the oven, transfer them to a large mixing bowl and pour the warm garlic butter mixture over them. Toss gently to coat.
  11. Serve immediately, ideally with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.

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Keywords: Use fresh garlic for the best flavor. Allow the dough to come to room temperature for easier handling, and consider a second rise for fluffier knots.

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