Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Garlic Knots and Pasta Bake, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and comforting dish features homemade garlic knots, a savory pasta bake, and a rich, creamy garlic sauce that brings it all together. With step-by-step instructions and detailed ingredient lists, our recipes ensure that you can easily recreate this restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you're hosting a cozy family dinner or impressing friends at your next gathering, this Garlic Knots and Pasta Bake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So, let's embark on this culinary adventure and create a memorable dining experience that will leave everyone craving for more.
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GARLIC KNOTS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: white bread flour, instant dry yeast, salt, warm water, olive oil, flour, butter, garlic, fresh parsley
Provided by Ellie Holland
Categories Appetizers
Yield 9 knots
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For the dough, mix together the flour, yeast, and salt, and make a well in the middle.
- Pour the water and 1 teaspoon of olive oil into the well and mix together.
- Knead for about 7-10 minutes until the dough is springy.
- Line a bowl with the other teaspoon of olive oil, place the dough in the bowl, cover, and leave to rise in a warm place for 1 hour (or until doubled in size).
- Tear the dough into 9 separate balls and then roll into long tubes, folding over to make a knot.
- Place the knots on a baking tray.
- Bake in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the garlic butter by mixing the butter, garlic, and parsley.
- Coat the knots with the butter mixture and bake for another 5 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 0 grams
GARLIC KNOTS
Steps:
- Combine warm water, yeast, and 1/4 tsp sugar and stir--allow to rest for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Pour yeast mixture into the bowl of an electric stand mixer (or into a large bowl if you plan on kneading by hand). Add remaining 1/4 cup sugar, warm milk, butter, egg and salt. Blend mixture until combined.
- While mixing on low speed, slowly add the flour, mixing until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 5 - 6 minutes. You may not use all of the flour called for!
- The dough should be soft, very slightly sticky when touched with a clean finger. It should be pulling away from the sides of the mixer.
- Grease a large bowl with cooking spray or a tiny bit of oil. Place the dough in the bottom of the bowl and turn it over once to coat all sides in oil (this helps keep it from drying out.)
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Allow to rise in a warm place until double in size, about 1 hour.
- Gently punch the dough down. Add a little flour to your countertop or work surface (or spray it lightly with cooking spray).
- Grab a ball of dough, about the size of a golf ball, and roll it out into a long rope (about 1/2 inch thick and around 9 inches long). Tie the rope into a knot and place it on prepared baking sheet.
- Cover garlic knots loosely with plastic wrap and allow to rise again in a warm place until double in size, about 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 400° F. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 min. or until lightly golden on top.
- While they're baking, make the garlic sauce by combining all ingredients in a small bowl.
- After removing knots from oven, while still warm, brush them lightly with garlic sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 176 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GARLIC KNOTS
Garlic knots are a beloved classic pizzeria snack that can easily be recreated at home. Start with premade dough from the supermarket or buy it straight from your neighborhood pizza joint. For best results, the dough needs to rest - or "rise" - twice. The first resting period achieves a dough that is pliable and easy to roll out and shape. Once formed into knots, the dough rests a second time, allowing it to relax after being stretched and shaped, resulting in a more tender and fluffier garlic knot. But it's the garlic butter that's the star here. Cook the garlic slow and low, since frying it too fast will make it bitter, then toss it with the knots. For a cheesy twist, sprinkle some grated Parmesan over the glossy rolls.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories finger foods, appetizer
Time 3h30m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Divide dough into 2 equal pieces and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet a few inches apart. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let stand at room temperature until softened and pliable, about 1 hour.
- Working with one piece at a time, use a lightly floured rolling pin to roll dough into a 6-inch square on a lightly floured surface. Cut into six 1-inch strips. Roll one strip to form a rope about 8 inches long, then tie into a single knot. Transfer to the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining strips and second piece of dough, arranging the knots a few inches apart on the baking sheet. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let stand until puffed and doubled in size, about 2 hours.
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Bake knots until golden on bottom, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, cook butter and oil over low heat until butter melts. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and very fragrant, about 5 minutes. Scrape butter mixture into a large bowl, then stir in parsley and season with salt.
- In batches, toss the warm knots in the garlic butter until well coated. Sprinkle with Parmesan, if desired, and serve with marinara sauce.
GARLIC KNOTS
These novel garlic knots are handy because they can be made ahead of time and reheated when needed. -Jane Paschke, University Park, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Cut each biscuit into thirds. Roll each piece into a 4-in. rope and tie into a knot; tuck ends under. Place 2 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes., In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; add the warm knots and gently toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh garlic, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder.
- Don't crowd the garlic knots in the baking dish. Leave some space between them so they can rise and brown evenly.
- Bake the garlic knots until they are golden brown. This will give them a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior.
- For the pasta bake, use a hearty pasta such as penne or rotini. This will hold up well to the sauce and cheese.
- Don't overcook the pasta. It should be cooked al dente, which means it should be tender but still have a slight bite to it.
- Use a flavorful cheese for the pasta bake. A good option is a sharp cheddar cheese or a combination of cheddar and Parmesan cheese.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients in the pasta bake. You can add vegetables, meat, or seafood to create a unique and delicious dish.
Conclusion:
Garlic knots and pasta bake are two delicious and easy-to-make dishes that are perfect for any occasion. The garlic knots are a great appetizer or snack, and the pasta bake is a hearty and satisfying meal. With a few simple tips, you can make both of these dishes perfectly at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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