Best Ever Breadsticks

Directions

1. 1
   In saucepan, heat milk, sugar, salt and butter.
2. 2
   Cool to lukewarm.
3. 3
   Dissolve yeast in warm water.
4. 4
   Combine milk mixture, yeast and 1 1/2 cups flour; beat until smooth.
5. 5
   Add enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough.
6. 6
   Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, abut 6-8 minutes.
7. 7
   Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
8. 8
   Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minute
9. 9
   Punch down dough.
10. 10
    Pinch off golf-ball sized pieces and roll into pencil size strips.
11. 11
    Place on greased baking sheets 1 inch apart.
12. 12
    Cover and let rise 15 minutes.
13. 13
    Combine egg white and water; brush over sticks.
14. 14
    Sprinkle with coarse salt if desired.
15. 15
    Bake at 400* for 10 minutes or until golden.