Cheese Twisted Bread

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (about 450g) pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
• Marinara sauce for dipping (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Dough:
   • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle, about 12×16 inches.
3. Add Cheese:
   • Spread the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the surface of the dough.
4. Fold and Cut:
   • Fold the dough in half lengthwise, covering the cheese. Press the edges to seal.
   • Using a sharp knife, cut the folded dough into strips, creating individual twists.
5. Twist the Strips:
   • Twist each strip of dough, stretching it slightly as you go, and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
7. Prepare Garlic Butter:
   • While the bread is baking, mix the melted butter with minced garlic and chopped fresh parsley (if using).
8. Brush and Serve:
   • Once the Cheese Twisted Bread is out of the oven, brush the twisted strips with the garlic butter mixture.
9. Serve Warm:
   • Serve the Cheese Twisted Bread warm, either on its own or with marinara sauce for dipping.