Garlic Balls

Garlic Balls

Garlic balls are just a non-knotted version of the garlic knot. They are a great way to get garlic into your meal (I know, I do not need any help there, but it's a good excuse!), and a very versatile side dish. They go with everything from Fillet Mignon to breaded chicken to pizza. Or, enjoy them as a snack, dipped in marinara sauce.
They are also a wonderful way to get your children involved in dinner making. My 7 year old will sit still for a half hour, just rolling and dipping garlic balls.

You will need:

1 Pound of Pizza Dough (either homemade or store bought)
3/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Cup Minced Garlic (for this large amount, it is way easier to use the jarred stuff.)
2-3 Tablespoons Oregano
A Pinch of Garlic Salt
Course Kosher Salt

Directions:

Heat oven to 350 degrees.
Put oil, garlic, garlic salt, and oregano into a large glass bowl. Mix well.
Pull off small pieces of the dough, and roll into little balls.
Drop into the oil mixture.
Roll well to coat, then take out with a teaspoon, making sure to get a lot of garlic with each one.
Place on pre-sprayed baking tray.
Continue until all of the dough is done (usually takes me 2 trays).
sprinkle a generous pinch of Kosher salt over all of them.
Bake for 23 minutes, or until they are just turning brown and the whole house smells like garlic.

Enjoy!! <3