Whole Grain Einkorn Garlic Knots

Makes 8 Garlic Knots

Instructions

To make the dough:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the yeast, sugar, salt and garlic powder.
3. Add the olive oil and water and stir well. Fold in the einkorn flour and stir until combined. At this point, the dough should be a bit sticky and start to pull away from the sides of the bowl. If it’s too sticky or wet to form into a ball, add additional flour, 2 tablespoons at a time.
4. Brush the sides of a large bowl with olive oil.
5. Gather together your dough and shape into a ball. Place in the oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap and set on top of the warm stove to proof for 30 minutes.
6. After it has risen, place your dough on a clean, well-floured surface. Form it into a log about 14” long and then slice into 8 even pieces. Take each piece and roll it into a 9-inch long shape. Take both ends and tie into a knot.
7. Place each knot on the prepared baking sheet a few inches apart. Brush each knot with olive oil.
8. Bake for 13-14 minutes, or until golden brown. 

While they’re baking, make the garlic butter:

1. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter and garlic together.
2. Fold in the parsley and salt and remove from heat.
3. Brush the butter mixture onto the baked knots using a pastry brush.
4. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan. Serve warm.