Recipe: Honey Bread Sticks (using hot roll mix)

HONEY BREAD STICKS

1 (16 oz.) package hot roll mix
3/4 cup hot water, 110 to 115 degrees f
1/4 cup honey
1 egg
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
cornmeal, as needed
1 egg white
1 tablespoon water
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
caraway seeds, lemon pepper, grated Parmesan cheese, poppy seeds, coarse sea salt, toasted sesame seeds

Grease 17x14-inch baking sheet and dust with cornmeal.

In large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; add honey, egg and butter and mix well. Blend in hot roll mix. Knead dough on floured board until smooth and elastic; let rest for 5 minutes.

Divide dough into two equal pieces. Roll each piece on lightly floured surface into 12 x 9-inch rectangle. Cut each piece crosswise into 1-inch strips.

In small cup, mix egg white with 1 Tablespoon water; brush dough with mixture and sprinkle with topping of choice. Twist and place strips on prepared baking sheet. Cover and set in warm place to rise about 30 minutes or until almost doubled in bulk.

Bake in a preheated 375 degree F for 12 to 14 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.

Source: National Honey Board