I am all about making your own bread and making food from scratch. But there are times when you get home from work late or you have two starving kids or a starving husband or you just don't feel like it. Even I have the I just don't feel like it moments, and I love to bake bread. Enter these easy peasy garlic knots. Here we're taking canned breadstick dough, tying them into knots, baking them, and then dunking them in buttery goodness. Healthy? Not so much. Delicious? You bet ya! I've used the reduced fat breadsticks, and they taste great. As a bonus, you can get these on the table in about 20 minutes, and they will make everyone in your family happy.
 
Oh, and does anyone else open the canned doughs as far away from your face as possible? I'm always freaked out that it will somehow explode into my face. Weird fear, I know, but I'm pretty sure I'll have it as long as I live.

Easy Garlic Knots Recipe
Makes 12
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One can of 12 breadsticks (reduced fat is great, too)
1/4 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Open the can of breadsticks, separate the pieces, and tie them into loose knots. Place on a baking sheet and bake according to the instructions on the can. Meanwhile, combine the butter and garlic powder in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until butter has melted.

Once the breadsticks are baked, dunk them one at a time into the butter. I have found that using a pair of tongs saves your fingers from feeling like they'll burn right off. Flip them over so they're covered everywhere with the butter. Place on your serving plate, and when they're all dunked, sprinkle with the parmesan cheese. Feel free to use more or less cheese based on your preference. Serve warm.

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