Garlic Breadsticks

Directions

1. 1
   1-In a large bowl, stir together water, 1/2 cup flour, sugar and yeast; let sit until foamy, about 10 minutes.
2. 2
   2-Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups flour, oil, chilli powder, garlic, oregano and salt; knead on a floured surface to form a smooth dough.
3. 3
   3-Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover; let sit until doubled in size, about 2 hour.
4. 4
   4-Preheat oven to 250 degrees Celsius.
5. 5
   5-Punch down dough and divide into 2 equal pieces.
6. 6
   6-Roll each piece into a 6x10 inch rectangle; cut lengthwise into 1/2 inch strip each.
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   7-Arrange strips on prepared baking sheet let stand until they puff up, about 15 minutes.
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   8-Brush egg on top of them.
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   9-Bake until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
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    10-Let cool and crisp before serving.