Italian Breadsticks

I think a better name for these would be garlic parmesan breadsticks. I couldn't stop eating these last night! They are sooo good! But you better like garlic. These are fast and easy because you just throw it in your bread machine and let it do all the work.

• 1 cup water (70° to 80°)
• 3 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 3 cups bread flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  
  TOPPING:
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

In bread machine pan, place the water, butter, salt, flour, sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and yeast in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed).

When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Cut each portion into 12 pieces; roll each into a 4-in. to 6-in. rope. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 20 minutes.

Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately brush with butter; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve warm. Yield: 2 dozen.