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Garlic knots are always yummy, whether you like them for mopping up extra pasta sauce, as a side with soup, or as late-night snacks. While the origin of the garlic knot is hotly debated, these little twists of pizza dough brushed with olive oil, garlic, and herbs are beloved by all. As New Yorkers with easy access to authentic pizzeria knots, we were skeptical of these garlic knots by one of Aldi’s house brands, L’oven Fresh.
The ingredient label is long and complex for a humble dough snack, listing margarine made from soybean oil, soy lecithin, palm oil, and a vegetable oil blend of canola and cottonseed oil. We steeled ourselves for the school cafeteria version of garlic knots as the timer on the toaster oven counted 6 minutes. Taking them out of the bag was an experience of sliminess – all those oils make an unattractive white coating on the knots.
Much to our delight, though, these knots are actually fabulous. They brown to a crisp exterior, but the inside stays meltingly soft, making it a fight to the finish with your dining companions. We must admit that food chemistry comes through for the win: the combination of oils tastes rich and buttery, and the blend of salt, dehydrated garlic, and parsley gives all the flavor of the neighborhood pizza joint.
These are a terrific, convenient option with any meal, but pro-tip: buy two bags.
You’ll eat them.
