CHEESY GARLIC BREADSTICKS

CHEESY GARLIC BREADSTICKS 1 tablespoons active dry yeast 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/4 cup warm water (110 degrees F) 3 cups flour 1 cups hot water 1 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter , melted 1 clove garlic , minced 1/8 cup cheddar cheese , shredded 1/8 cup fresh parmesan cheese , shredded Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine yeast, 1/2 teaspoon sugar and 1/4 cup warm water in a small bowl. Set aside 5 minutes until foamy. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, hot water, sugar and salt. Add in the yeast mixture and gently stir. Add remaining flour and stir until completely combined. Divide dough into 12 equal pieces and roll into breadsticks. Place on parchment paper. Preheat oven to 400 degrees while letting the dough rise (rise about 15 minutes). In a small bowl, combine butter and minced garlic. Microwave 20 seconds or until butter is melted. Brush butter mixture over breadsticks. Top with cheeses. Bake 15-18 minutes or until golden. Serve warm.