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Cheese and Rosemary Breadsticks


                   Here’s an easy one guaranteed high compliments.  The grated Gruyere and

                 Parmesan cheese toast up very well in the bread with the fresh rosemary leaves.
                A shortcut to avoid is the use of dried rosemary vs. fresh.  I like to sprinkle them

                with Tuscan Seasoned Sea Salt for extra flavor.  The final touch is garlic butter for
                dipping.  It’s hard to miss with virtually any wine selection. Consider pairing with

                a dry white wine made from Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio grapes.
                       For reds, a fruity wine made from Gamay, Pinot Noir or Merlot grapes.

               1/4 cup grated Parmesan Cheese

               1/3 cup grated Gruyere Cheese
               1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves


               1 (11-ounce) container refrigerated breadstick dough
               (recommended: Pillsbury)


               Finely ground sea salt, optional

               Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

               Line 2 heavy large baking sheets with silicone baking sheets or
               parchment paper.

               In a food processor, chop the Parmesan, Gruyere and rosemary

               together until coarsely chopped.  Set the cheese mixture aside.

               Separate the dough strips.  Using a pizza cutter or a large sharp
               knife, cut each dough strip in half lengthwise to form thin strips.


               Working with dough strip at a time, coat each strip with the
               cheese mixture, pressing very gently.  Twist each cheese covered
               dough strip and place onto prepared baking sheets.  Sprinkle with

               the salt, if you wish.

               Bake until the breadsticks are golden brown, about 10 to 15
               minutes.


               Transfer the warm breadsticks to a basket and serve.


               Yield:  2 DOZEN
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