Using the bowl of a countertop mixer, add all of the breadstick ingredients (yeast, flour, softened butter, sugar and salt); stir until well combined.

Add water; mix on low speed until dough comes together.

Increase speed to medium and mix for 5 minutes.

Transfer dough to an oiled bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and place in a warm place for 45 minutes. (Tip: I like to let my dough rise in the oven. Just turn on the oven light but not the actual oven. It’ll be a nice warm spot for the dough to rise.)

Line baking sheet with parchment paper; set pan aside.

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface. Roll dough into an 8”x24” rectangle.

Sprinkle cooked bacon and shredded cheese evenly on top of dough.

Fold dough in half widthwise to create an 8”x12” rectangle. Press edges of dough together to seal.

Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut dough into (12) 1” wide strips.

Twist strips and place on prepared sheet pan.

Bake breadsticks for 22-24 minutes, or until golden brown.

While breadsticks are baking, whisk together the melted butter, kosher salt, garlic powder and oregano.

Once baked, remove breadsticks from oven and brush with garlic butter.

Serve hot.