Easy French Bread Broomsticks Recipe - Festive & Fun!

INGREDIENTS

1 can (11 ounces) refrigerated French bread dough 1 egg yolk 1 teaspoon water 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 2 (12-inch) pieces black string licorice

PREPARATION:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease baking sheet.
2. Cut bread dough into 8 equal pieces; roll each piece into 10-inch length. Fold top 1/3 of dough down, leaving 3 inches at bottom. Twist doubled top 2/3 portion to form broom handle. Cut bottom part into 5 or 6 lengthwise strips to form bristles of broom. Place shaped dough pieces, about 2 inches apart, on prepared baking sheet.
3. Beat together egg yolk and water with fork; brush evenly onto dough. Combine Parmesan cheese and oregano in small bowl; sprinkle evenly onto bottom portions of brooms.
4. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire rack; cool slightly.
5. Cut licorice evenly into 8 lengths; wrap around bottoms of brooms to "tie" bristles.

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