Soft homemade breadsticks are SO easy to make. Topped with a cheese and herb mixture, the perfect addition to the bread basket at the dinner table. Bake up in 20 minutes, hot and fresh.
Combine water, yeast, and sugar in a small bowl. Let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.
Pour into the mixing bowl of a stand mixer. Add the butter, flour, salt, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Using a flat paddle mix until combined. Switch to dough hook to begin kneading, While kneading if the dough is too dry and doesn't stretch at all, add a tablespoon of water. If the dough is too wet add a tablespoon of flour at a time until soft and smooth. The dough should clear sides of the bowl. Knead for a total of 5-7 minutes.
Place dough in a greased bowl. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
After dough has risen place on a lightly floured counter. Divide in half. Divide each half into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 6-inch rope. Place on a greased or Silpat lined baking sheet 2 inches apart. Let rest covered for 20 minutes.
Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately smear with butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.