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Garlic Knots

Tender, pillowy knots of pizza dough brushed with rich garlic butter, herbs, and Parmesan cheese.

35 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb pizza dough, thawed
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Stretch and roll 1 lb thawed pizza dough into a rectangle, then cut into 16 strips.

  3. 3

    Tie each strip into a knot and place on the prepared baking sheet.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, whisk together 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 2 tbsp olive oil, 6 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt.

  5. 5

    Brush half of the garlic mixture over the knots.

  6. 6

    Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.

  7. 7

    Toss the baked knots with the remaining garlic mixture, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

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Questions

What is Garlic Knots?

Tender, pillowy knots of pizza dough brushed with rich garlic butter, herbs, and Parmesan cheese. This reference files it under Italian-American appetizer: made in the oven, rated easy and about 35 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Garlic Knots?

As written, 35 minutes: 20 of prep and 15 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 6 (15 minutes): "Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown."

What temperature do I cook Garlic Knots at?

For Garlic Knots, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 15 minutes, in step 6.

Can I make Garlic Knots dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Garlic Knots is 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed; the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How do I store and reheat Garlic Knots?

Refrigerate what is left of Garlic Knots within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat covered in a 300 F oven until warmed through.

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