Bread Ring

Here's a great way to take what's typically an afterthought to one of the star attractions of any holiday meal. How pretty is this bread? For the last few Thanksgivings I've been in charge of the bread/rolls and butter. I've spent most of my time experimenting with the butter (and actually found a great honey butter recipe). This year I spotted this unique bread recipe in a Food Network magazine and decided to try it. I was a little skeptical. Usually when something looks this pretty in a magazine its a total disaster in my kitchen. This one actually worked out.

I'm not a huge fan of olive oil. I don't love the taste, I don't dip my bread in it at Italian restaurants and I rarely cook in olive oil unless it calls for small amounts. I made this bread twice on Thanksgiving day and for my 2nd attempt I lowered the olive oil content and drizzled the finished product with melted butter. Much better. :)

Its very easy and can be adapted to your tastes. I chose to roll the dough in almonds, sesame seeds, parsley and cheddar cheese. You could easily use basil, parmesan, pecans, poppyseeds, etc... there are so many options! Its great for a holiday party and perfect for Christmas. Hope you like it!

~Wendy

Bread Ring

Recipe Type: Bread

Author: Adapted from Food Network Magazine

Prep time: 10 mins

Cook time: 40 mins

Total time: 50 mins

Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cans refrigerated breadstick dough


• 1/2 c olive oil


• 1/4 c butter, melted


• 1/2 c each of chosen toppings (sliced almonds, shredded cheddar cheese, sesame seeds, chopped parsley)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Brush a tube pan with olive oil and set aside.


2. Put each topping in a separate ziploc bag.


3. Form the breadstick dough into small balls, put them all into a large bowl. Pour the olive oil into the bowl and gently stir the dough balls until evenly coated with olive oil.


4. Divide the balls up between the ziploc bags. Drop them into the chosen bag and shake until covered with the topping.


5. Remove from the bag and press into the tube pan, alternating dough balls and toppings.


6. Bake until golden, 30-40 minutes. Remove from the oven and drizzle with the melted butter.


7. Let cool for 4-5 minutes and remove from the pan. Serve on a platter for best presentation!

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