Savory Bread Strips

Summary
Prep time	30 min
Cook time	25-30 min @ 375°
Source	(unknown)
Yield / serves	~6 dozen
Rating	(unrated)

Ingredients

• 1 package (1/4 ounce; 2 1/4 t) active dry yeast
• 6 1/2 t. sugar, divided
• 1/2 c. warm water (110 to 115 degrees)
• 3 T. olive or vegetable oil
• 2 T. dried minced onion
• 2 t. dried basil
• 1 t. dried oregano
• 1 t. rubbed sage
• 1 t. garlic powder
• 1/2 c. cold water
• 3 c. all-purpose flour

Topping

• 1/4 c. olive or vegetable oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 c. chopped ripe olives
• 1 1/2 c. chopped fully cooked ham
• 1 c. shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 c. chopped onion (equivalent dried minced onion works well)
• 1/2 c. minced fresh parsley

Preparation

In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and 1/2 t. of sugar in the warm water; set aside.

In a small saucepan, combine oil, onion, basil, oregano, sage and garlic powder; cook over medium heat for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in cold water.

In a mixing bowl, combine flour and remaining sugar. Stir in oil and yeast mixtures. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead for 3 minutes. Place dough on a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes. Pat dough evenly into baking pan. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle evenly over dough. Bake at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until well browned. Cut into 2-in. x 1-in. strips. Serve warm or cold.