Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Breadsticks

So, I thought it would be cool to try my hand at making a common appetizer in the non-gluten free world: breadsticks!  I have been thinking about making this for sometime and my results were decent.  I think next time I will lower the amount of salt that is put into it and see if there is some way I can make it fluffier  :)  This edition used brown rice flour and molasses since we didn't have honey on hand.  I used the pizza crust recipe from a few entries back but if you missed here it is again :)


Pizza Crust recipe


2 1/2 c Rice flour

1/4 oz (1.5 teaspoons) Gluten-free quick rise yeast 

1 ts Salt


1 1/4 c Warm water; divided

(120130 degrees F.)


1 tb Honey

Combine flour, yeast, salt and xanthan gum in large bowl. Stir in 1 cup water, olive oil and honey. Use hands to work dough (dough will be soft and crumbly). Add just enough of the remaining 1/4 cup water to hold mixture together. Knead dough in bowl 5 minutes. Cover; let rest 10 minutes. Lightly grease 12-inch pizza pan; sprinkle with cornmeal, if desired. Flatten dough into round disk; press dough into pan. Add sauce, desired toppings; sprinkle cheese over toppings. Bake in 425 degree F. oven 20 to 30 minutes, or until crust is brown and cheese melted. (Timing varies according to amount and number of toppings.) Use a sharp knife or pizza wheel to cut into wedges.