Pretzel Sticks Recipe
Dijon aioli, house made queso
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Ingredients
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Pretzel Sticks
Dijon Aioli
House Made Queso
Method
Pretzel Sticks
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Once the yeast is activated, add it along with olive oil to the flour mixture. Mix 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
- 5
Shape the Pretzel Sticks
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 10-12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into long sticks.
- 6
Prepare Baking Soda Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil. Carefully drop each pretzel stick into the boiling water for 30 seconds, then remove and place on a baking sheet.
- 7
Bake the Pretzel Sticks
Sprinkle coarse sea salt on top of each pretzel stick. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Dijon Aioli
- 8
Mix the Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 9
Chill
Cover and refrigerate the aioli for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
House Made Queso
- 10
Melt the Cheeses
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, milk, and cream cheese. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.
- 11
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, cumin, and salt. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 12
Garnish
If desired, stir in chopped cilantro before serving.
