Black Pepper Bread Twist

Directions

1. 1
   In large bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients along with 1 cup of flour.
2. 2
   In one-quart saucepan, heat shortening and water until very warm.
3. 3
   Beat liquids into your dry mixed ingredients until just blended.
4. 4
   Stir in remaining flour, a little at a time, until you have a soft dough.
5. 5
   Knead dough 3 to 4 minutes.
6. 6
   Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
7. 7
   Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface.
8. 8
   Cut dough into quarters, then cut each quarter into about 10 pieces.
9. 9
   With hands, roll each piece into a 12-inch long rope; twist 2 ropes loosely together.
10. 10
    Repeat until all dough is twisted.
11. 11
    Place bread sticks 1 inch apart on a cookie sheet.
12. 12
    Beat egg in a small bowl, then brush over each bread stick.
13. 13
    Bake at 350° for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until bread sticks are browned and crisp.