Cheesy Garlic Knots

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pizza dough
• 6 pieces Mozzarella cheese sticks
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Marinara sauce(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Cut the mozzarella sticks into 1-inch pieces and set aside.

3. 3

   Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle and cut into 12 equal strips.

4. 4

   Place a piece of mozzarella in the center of each dough strip, then fold the dough over and tie into a knot, tucking the ends under.

5. 5

   Arrange the knots on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.

6. 6

   Melt the butter in a small bowl and whisk in the minced garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.

7. 7

   Brush half of the garlic butter mixture generously over the top of each knot.

8. 8

   Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown, then brush with the remaining butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese immediately.

9. 9

   Serve warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.