Pizza Dough Garlic Knots

There are many foods that I took for granted when I lived in New York City. One of which are garlic knots, which we usually got for a dollar whenever we ordered pizza (which is another food I miss dearly, San Francisco doesn't get it right.)

The garlic knots would come wrapped in tin foil, smothered in garlic butter, with fresh marinara sauce for dipping on the side. Depending on the pizza joint, sometimes the garlic knots were the true star of the menu.

If you want a saucy pasta recipe to pair with these garlic knots, you may like my Pasta Alla Vodka, my Shredded Beef Ragu with Pappardelle or even my Pasta Bolognese.

Jump to:

• How to make garlic knots
• How to season garlic knots
• What goes good with garlic knots
• How to make marinara sauce
• Ingredients Needed
• Storage
• Pizza Dough Garlic Knots
• Arya's Corner
• About Michelle

How to make garlic knots

For this recipe I used store bought pizza dough. Fresh pizza dough can be found at most grocery stores, though my favorite is from Trader Joes.Because this is a yeaster dough, you should plan on getting the dough on the day of or day before you plan on making garlic knots.

To make the knots roll out the dough and cut into strips. Then tie the knot in the dough. Use a generous amount of flour both when rolling out the dough and when tying the knot to keep the dough from sticking.

How to season garlic knots

The trick to make a delicious seasoning is using salted butter, a bit of garlic powder and lots of fresh garlic. Yes your breath may be pungent, but you'll say it's delicious and be able to ward off vampires. The trick to all good NYC pizza is garlic, under seasoned pizza is a true crime (looking at you San Francisco -_-).

When I took cooking classes in NYC I was amazed how just adding more salt and pepper could drastically change a dish. Unless you have a health reason to have lower sodium intake, season your food generously, you'll thank me later.

Once you've formed the knots with the pizza dough, in a separate container mix together the butter, garlic powder, chopped garlic and parsley. Brush on the knotted dough right before baking.

What goes good with garlic knots

• Marinara Sauce
• Pizza
• Spaghetti
• Baked Ziti
• Chicken Parmesan
• Chicken Milanese

How to make marinara sauce

• Add canned tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, oregano and red pepper flakes to a large saucepan.
• Bring to a simmer and cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Remove onion. Crush the tomatoes and garlic with a wooden spoon until you achieve your desired texture.
• Add salt and adjust any seasonings to taste. Serve warm or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Ingredients Needed

Storage

In Fridge: Pizza dough can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for several days. If you are buying store bought dough, go from the expiration date listed. If making dough from scratch, it can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.

In Freezer: Dough can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 months in the freezer.

Arya's Corner

This is Arya the first day we got her! She looked great when we first got her, but after a few days she took a turn for the worse and we had to rush her to the vet to find out she had worms, fleas, and severe anemia. She had also dropped under 1 pound at 8 weeks! Thankfully due to a great vet and lots of love she pulled through and has grown to be a giant fluffball 🙂

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