These Garlic Bread Sticks are a quick and flavorful side dish perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining guests. Using simple pantry staples like butter, basil, and garlic salt, and creatively repurposing hot dog buns, this recipe delivers delicious results with minimal effort. The herb-butter spread infuses the bread with rich, savory flavor, while the oven gives them a golden crisp. Perfect alongside pasta, soup, or as an appetizer, this recipe embodies classic comfort food with a clever twist.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter (softened)
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp dried parsley
- ¾ tsp garlic salt
- 4 hot dog buns
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Butter Mixture
- In a small bowl, mix the butter, basil, parsley, and garlic salt until well combined.
Step 2: Prepare the Buns
- Slice the 4 hot dog buns in half lengthwise.
- Spread the butter mixture evenly on each half.
Step 3: Cut and Arrange
- Cut each half into quarters, creating 16 breadstick pieces.
- Arrange them on a cookie sheet.
Step 4: Bake
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
Tips
- Substitute Italian seasoning for basil and parsley for a different flavor.
- Use garlic powder and salt separately if garlic salt isn’t available.
- Try with sandwich bread or dinner rolls if you don’t have hot dog buns.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese before baking for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gTrans Fat: 0.04gSodium: 754mgPotassium: 66mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 98mgIron: 2mg
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