Italian Cheese Twists

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 1 loaf frozen bread dough, thawed 1 (pound)
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon marjoram
• 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon water
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds or 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

• 1 on a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 12-in square. combine butter and seasonings; spread over dough. sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
• 2 fold dough into thirds. cut crosswise into 24 strips,1/2 inches each. twist each strip twice; pinch ends to seal. place the strips 2-in apart on a greased baking sheet. cover and let rise in a warm place until almost doubled, about 30 minutes.
• 3 in a small bowl, beat egg and water; brush over the twists.
• 4 sprinkle with sesame seeds and /or parmesan cheese. bake at 375* for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.