Cheesy Breadsticks

Prep Steps

• 6 tbsp butter {do:melt}
• 3 cloves garlic {do:mince}
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese {do:shred}
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese {do:grate}

The Dough

Preheat the oven to 450°F. Press into a greased 9x13-inch pan...

• 16 oz pizza dough

Make sure the dough reaches all four corners and doesn't pull back toward the center.

Garlic Butter

In a small bowl, whisk together...

• 6 tbsp butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Pour the garlic butter over the dough, spreading it to the edges.

Cheese

Sprinkle evenly over the top, all the way to the edges of the pan...

• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Note: Covering the dough completely, right to the edges, gives you a crispy cheese crust.

Bake

Bake on the lower third rack for 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Transfer to a cutting board, slice lengthwise down the center, then cut crosswise into 1-inch strips. Serve warm with...

• Marinara sauce or ranch dressing (for dipping)