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Buttery Garlic Knots – Just Like a Pizzeria!

Indulge in the delightful experience of making homemade buttery garlic knots! These soft, fluffy treats packed with garlic and parsley are the perfect addition to any meal. Ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, they evoke warmth and nostalgia. With simple ingredients like fresh pizza dough, garlic, and butter, creating these knots is straightforward and rewarding. Enhance your dining experience with marinara sauce for dipping, and enjoy the comforting aroma that fills your kitchen. Discover the joy of homemade garlic knots today!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

3-4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

1 teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)

Marinara sauce, for dipping (optional)

Instructions
 

Prepare Dough:

    - If using store-bought pizza dough, allow it to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. This will make it easier to work with.

      Preheat Oven:

        - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

          Roll and Cut Dough:

            - On a lightly floured surface, divide the pizza dough into 12 equal pieces.

              - Roll each piece into a rope about 6-8 inches long.

                Create Knots:

                  - Take each rope of dough and tie it into a loose knot. Seal the ends by tucking them under the knot so they don’t unravel during baking.

                    - Place the tied knots on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.

                      Make Garlic Butter:

                        - In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.

                          Brush and Bake:

                            - Generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the knots, ensuring they are well-coated.

                              - Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the knots are golden brown.

                                Finish and Serve:

                                  - Once out of the oven, brush the knots once more with the remaining garlic butter for extra flavor.

                                    - For a touch of added flavor, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top while the knots are still warm.

                                      - Serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

                                        Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 35 minutes | 12 servings