Soft Breadsticks
Recipe by: Southern Living
Yield: 40 breadsticks

2 3/4 to 3 cups All-purpose flour, divided
1 pkg Dry yeast
1 tbsp Sugar
1 tsp Salt
1 1/4 cups Warm water (105-115 degrees)
1 tbsp Vegetable oil
1 cup Parmesan cheese; grated
1 cloves Garlic; minced
Butter or margarine; melted
Additional grated parmesan cheese Or sesame seeds

Combine 1-1/2 cups flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add water and oil; beat at medium speed of an electric mixer 3 to 4 minutes or until smooth. Stir in 1 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic, and enough flour to make a stiff dough. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth and elastic (about 1 minute). Divide dough into fourths; shape each into a ball. Cut each ball into 10 pieces. Shape each piece into an 8-inch rope. (Cover remaining dough while working to prevent drying.) Dip rope in butter, and roll in Parmesan cheese. Place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85 degrees), free from drafts, 50 minutes. (Dough will not double in bulk.) Bake at 400 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.