Italian-American Garlic Knots Recipe Total Time: 25 minutes Yield: 12 garlic knots Italian-American Garlic Knots are soft, fluffy knots of pizza dough brushed with a delicious garlic and herb butter. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish, these knots are sure to become a family favorite! Ingredients For the Garlic Knots: 1 lb pizza dough (homemade or store-bought) 2 tablespoons olive oil For the Garlic Butter: 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley Pinch of salt Grated parmesan (optional, for topping) Instructions Prepare the Dough: Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle and cut into strips about 6-7 inches long and 1 inch wide. Shape the Knots: Tie each strip into a knot and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and let them rise for 15-20 minutes while preheating the oven. Bake: Bake the knots in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown. Prepare the Garlic Butter: Melt the butter and olive oil together, then stir in the minced garlic, oregano, parsley, and a pinch of salt. Brush the Knots: Once baked, brush the warm garlic knots with the garlic butter mixture. Optionally, sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Serve: Serve warm, ideally with a side of marinara sauce for dipping. #garlicknots #HolidayCooking #Thanksgivingrecipes2026 #phototrend #thanksgivingsidedishes - @315justme