Garlic Knots

1 . Stage

Remove pizza dough from the refrigerator and let rest until at room temperature.

2 . Stage

Adjust oven rack to center position and preheat to 400°. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

3 . Stage

In a small pot, melt butter over low heat. Add garlic and salt, and cook until starting to froth. Immediately remove the pot from the heat. Set aside to cool.

4 . Stage

On a lightly floured surface, stretch the dough into a rectangle about 12” by 10”. Using a pizza wheel or sharp knife, cut the dough rectangle into quarters, then cut each quarter vertically into 4 equal dough strips, each about 6” long. Roll each strip into a rope and tie into a knot, tucking ends into the center. Place knots on the parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them at least 1” apart from each other, and brush with about one-third of the melted garlic butter. (Try to avoid using the pieces of garlic, as they may burn in the oven).

5 . Stage

Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown, rotating the trays halfway through. While the knots are baking, stir parsley into the remaining melted garlic butter. (If the butter has solidified, briefly reheat it on the stove before adding the parsley). 

6 . Stage

After the knots are baked, immediately toss with garlic parsley butter. Shower with Parmesan cheese and serve.