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Garlic Knot

A Garlic knot is a type of bread product, typically found in pizzerias in the United States. They are made from pizza dough that has been tied into a knot, then baked. After baking, they are typically tossed in a mixture of garlic, olive oil, parsley, and Parmesan cheese.

History

The exact origins of the garlic knot are unclear, but they are believed to have been developed by pizzerias in the New York City area in the 1940s. These establishments were looking for a way to utilize their leftover pizza dough, and the garlic knot was a creative solution.

Preparation

Garlic knots are made by rolling out pizza dough into strips, then tying the strips into knots. The knots are then baked until golden brown. After baking, the knots are typically tossed in a mixture of minced garlic, olive oil, and parsley. Some variations may also include Parmesan cheese or other herbs.

Variations

While the traditional garlic knot is made with pizza dough, variations can be made with other types of dough, such as bagel dough or breadstick dough. Some variations may also include stuffing the knots with cheese or other fillings.

In Popular Culture

Garlic knots have been featured in various forms of media, including television shows and movies. They are often associated with Italian-American cuisine and are a popular item in pizzerias across the United States.

See Also

• List of bread dishes
• List of garlic dishes
• Italian-American cuisine