Breadsticks

Directions

1. 1
   Place 2/3 cup MILK in a microwave-safe measuring cup.
2. 2
   Heat to remove chill optimum is 110 degrees F but is not critical.
3. 3
   After removing from the microwave, add warm WATER to bring the total amount of liquid to 1 1/2 cups and place in machine.
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   (This is really 5/6 cup of water but it's close enough.
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   ).
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   Add SUGAR, SALT, YEAST and FLOUR.
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   Use the dough cycle on the bread machine.
8. 8
   If you use rapid-rise yeast, you may need to watch and make sure the dough does not rise too much.
9. 9
   You can take the dough out early if has risen to slightly above the top of the bread machine pan.
10. 10
    If using mixer, wait until it is at least double in size.
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    Preheat oven to 425F.
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    Dump dough onto work area that has enough corn meal to keep from sticking.
13. 13
    You can use flour if you dont have corn meal.
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    Use a rolling pin to flatten to about 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch thickness.
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    If the dough is too sticky you can sprinkle a little of the bread flour on top.
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    Cut the dough into 1/2 to 3/4 wide strips and desired length.
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    I use a pastry scraper to press through it rather than dragging a knife.
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    Place on oiled cookie sheet.
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    You can also braid or make other shapes, if desired.
20. 20
    Option use egg white or olive oil to brush top of sticks and sprinkle garlic powder.
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    You may immediately place the sticks in the oven and bake for 10 12 minutes or until golden brown.
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    Remove and let cool for a minute and serve.
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    Can be made ahead of time and frozen.
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    Preheat oven and place frozen sticks on cookie sheet for 5 minutes.