Garlic Knots with Pizza Dough

Garlic Knots with Pizza Dough

Delicious garlic knots made with store-bought pizza dough. Serve with your favorite pasta dinner or as an appetizer with spicy tomato sauce or pesto.

Ingredients

  • 1 ball store-bought Pizza Dough
  • 2 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic

    minced

  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Place your store-bought pizza dough on a floured surface.

  2. 2

    Knead the dough to make it more elastic and then roll it out and cut it into four equal pieces.

  3. 3

    Then take each piece and cut it into four slices.

  4. 4

    Then roll each slice into a long rope long enough to form it into a knot.

  5. 5

    Place the 16 knots on a parchment-lined cookie sheet

  6. 6

    Combine the melted butter and the olive oil and brush each knot with this mixture

  7. 7

    Bake the knots at 450°F for 13 minutes

  8. 8

    Meanwhile, to the butter and oil mixture add two cloves of minced garlic 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste

  9. 9

    Once the knots come out of the oven brush each one with the garlic butter and serve!

Garlic Knots with Pizza Dough

Garlic Knots with Pizza Dough

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About this Recipe

Craving that irresistible aroma and taste of warm, garlicky bread without the fuss? These easy garlic knots, made with convenient store-bought pizza dough, are your answer. They bring the comfort of your favorite Italian restaurant right to your kitchen with minimal effort, perfect for weeknight meals or casual entertaining.

What makes these garlic knots truly shine is their sheer simplicity married with classic flavors. By starting with a ball of ready-made pizza dough, you skip the lengthy process of yeast and kneading, allowing you to focus on developing that rich, aromatic garlic-butter coating. The combination of melted butter, fragrant olive oil, fresh minced garlic, and robust Italian seasoning creates a deeply savory experience that everyone will love.

Expect a tender, chewy interior with a beautifully golden-brown crust, infused with the pungent warmth of garlic and subtle herbal notes. Each knot is a perfect bite, offering a satisfying chew and a burst of savory flavor. They are designed to be utterly comforting and addictive, striking a delightful balance between soft bread and a bold, aromatic topping. These knots are naturally vegetarian and an excellent addition to any meal.

Don't hesitate to personalize these delicious knots. For an even bolder garlic punch, feel free to increase the amount of minced garlic. If you prefer a different herbal profile, you can swap the Italian seasoning for a blend of dried oregano and basil. You can also easily make this recipe dairy-free by substituting plant-based butter for traditional melted butter.

Serve these warm garlic knots alongside your favorite hearty pasta dinner, or present them as a delightful appetizer. They pair wonderfully with a robust spicy tomato sauce for dipping, or a vibrant, fresh pesto to elevate the flavors.

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