Homemade Pretzels
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 25 min. + rising Bake: 15 min.
YIELD: 20 pretzels.
These pretzels are crisp on the outside and chewy inside. They rival many of the hot pretzels found in stores.—Suzanne McKinley, Lyons, Georgia
Ingredients
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2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
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1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
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4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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4 teaspoons baking soda
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1/2 cup cold water
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Coarse salt
Directions
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1.
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add flour and salt; stir to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 4-5 times. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 15 minutes.
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2.
Punch dough down and divide into 20 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a 15-in. long strip; twist into a pretzel shape. Combine baking soda and cold water; brush over pretzels. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
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3.
Place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 450° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
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