Cheese-Filled Garlic Rolls

These are easy to make using a loaf of frozen bread dough, with the fun surprise of melted cheese in the middle.

Ingredients:

- 1 loaf (1 lb) frozen bread dough, thawed
- 3 pieces of mozzarella string cheese, each cut into 6 pieces for a total of 18 chunks of cheese

- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley (or equivalent dried)
- 1 garlic clove, minced (or equivalent dried)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

- 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Divided dough into 18 portions. Shape each portion around a piece of a piece of cheese to cover completely; pinch edges to seal.

Place each roll in a greased muffin cup, seam side down. Cover with kitchen towels; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, parsley, garlic, Italian seasoning, and pepper flakes. Brush over rolls; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Bake 14-16 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans.