soft breadsticks

How To Make soft breadsticks

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  In a large mixing bowl, stir together 1 cup of the flour with 2 1/2 tsp. dry yeast, and salt, with a wire whisk.
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  In another bowl, combine, warm water, olive oil, honey, and egg yolk.
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  Add to dry mixture and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 30 seconds, scraping the bowls constantly. Increase the speed to high and continue to beat for 3 minutes. Using a spoon, stir in remaining flour.
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  Turn dough onto a floured surface, and knead until dough is smooth and elastic, about 5-8 minutes.
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  Place in a greased bowl, turning to coat dough completely. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size. (About an hour.)
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  Punch dough down. Cover with damp cloth and let rest 10 minutes.
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  Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
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  Divide dough in half. Divide each portion into 8 pieces. On a floured surface, roll each piece into a 6-8 inch rope and place 2 inches apart on baking dish. Cover and let rise 45 minutes more.
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  Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
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  Beat together egg white and 1 tbsp. water with a wire whisk. Brush over breadsticks and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
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  Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
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