Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
0.5 cup

gruyere cheese

grated

0.25 cup

parmesan cheese

grated

1 tsp

fresh rosemary

chopped

0.25 tsp

cracked black pepper

11 unit

Pillsbury refrigerated breadsticks

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 tsp

sea salt

Step 1
~2 min

Chop gruyere or swiss cheese, parmesan cheese, and fresh rosemary together until finely minced and combined.

Step 2
~2 min

Stir in cracked black pepper.

Step 3
~2 min

Set the cheese mixture aside.

Step 4
~2 min

Separate refrigerated breadstick dough and cut each breadstick in half lengthwise to form 2 long strips.

Step 5
~2 min

Lightly brush each breadstick strip with olive oil.

Step 6
~2 min

Working with one strip at a time, coat each strip with the cheese mixture and twist.

Step 7
~2 min

Place the twisted breadstick on a baking sheet lined with foil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~2 min

Sprinkle the breadstick with sea salt.

Step 9
~2 min

Optional: Cover the baking sheet with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to bake.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~2 min

Bake the breadsticks at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until golden brown, approximately 15 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a more intense rosemary flavor, use dried rosemary.

Brush with garlic butter for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with marinara sauce.

Serve as an appetizer for parties.

Serve alongside soup or salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Marinara sauce
Tomato soup
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy/United States

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer and snack food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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