Crispy Citrus Breadtwists

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Crispy Citrus Breadtwists are a crunchy breadstick with a lemony sweet twist to them. They are the perfect compliment to a Summer Salad.

Skill: Beginning

Prep Time: 15

Bake Time: 15-20

Servings: 16

Ingredients:

1 Loaf Rhodes™ Bread Dough, thawed but still cold (makes 16 breadtwists)
1/2 cup butter, melted
zest from 2 whole lemons
1 cup sugar

Directions:

Cut loaf lengthwise into 8 pieces. Cut in half horizontally to make 16 pieces. Cut in half again to make 32 pieces. Roll and stretch each piece of dough into a 15-inch long thin rope. Twist 2 together making 16 breadtwists. Place butter in a shallow bowl and combine lemon zest and sugar in another bowl. Dip breadtwists in butter and then in lemon sugar mixture. Place on a large sprayed baking sheet. Cover with sprayed plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes. Remove wrap and bake at 350°F 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.