Oven 375º
Makes 12
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1½ teaspoons salt
2¾ to 3 cups bread flour
¼ cup margarine, melted
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
garlic bread sprinkle (optional)
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, oil, salt and 1 cup of the flour. Beat until blended. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 - 8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch dough down; return to bowl. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Cut dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each into a stick about 10 inches long. Lay on greased cookie sheet. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
Combined margarine, garlic salt and garlic powder and brush each bread stick. Sprinkle with garlic bread sprinkle if desired. Bake at 375º for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.
