Bread Sticks

1. Proof yeast in water with sugar added.

2. Combine yeast mixture with beer, oil, salt and half of the flour in a large bowl. Mix and beat well until dough is smooth; add fennel and remaining flour. Continue to beat to form soft ball. Cover and let rise until double.

3. Beat down. Remove half of the dough; roll it into a large square approximately ¼ inch thick. Cut into narrow strips and place strips on greased baking sheet. Do not let strips touch. Repeat with remaining dough. Bake until golden brown at 350°, approximately 20 minutes. Remove and store.

These get better and better as they age.

Note: Many baking sheets are needed