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Ingredients
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Pretzel Dough
Cheese Sauce
Method
Pretzel Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 5
Shape the Pretzels
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, then twist into a pretzel shape.
- 6
Boil Pretzels
In a large pot, bring water and baking soda to a boil. Boil each pretzel for about 30 seconds on each side, then remove and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 7
Add Salt
Sprinkle coarse sea salt over the boiled pretzels.
- 8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.