Soft Pretzels

Ingredients

• •1 1/2 cups warm water
• •2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• •1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• •4 cups all-purpose flour
• •1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• •2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• •10 cups water
• •1/4 cup baking soda
• •1 egg
• •2 tablespoons coarse pretzel salt

Directions

1. 1Mix warm water, yeast, and sugar; let sit 5 minutes. Add flour, salt, and oil; knead until smooth. Let rise 1 hour until doubled.
2. 2Divide dough into 8 pieces. Roll each into a 24-inch rope and twist into a pretzel shape.
3. 3Boil 10 cups water with baking soda. Dip each pretzel in the solution for 30 seconds, then place on a greased baking sheet.
4. 4Beat the egg and brush over each pretzel. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
5. 5Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

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